Auditor

About the position

Suffolk County Government is currently seeking Auditors. The Auditor role involves conducting regular audits of agency or departmental accounts, verifying receipts and disbursements in accordance with prescribed audit procedures, and examining for compliance with laws and regulations. The position requires performing field audits of departmental, financial, and accounting records to ensure compliance with legal provisions and accepted financial administration. Auditors will observe and evaluate the effectiveness of internal accounting procedures and controls, prepare audit reports, and make recommendations for changes and improvements based on findings. Additionally, the role may involve supervising personnel in the account clerical and general clerical series engaged in maintaining fiscal records.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular audits of agency or departmental accounts.
• Verify receipts and disbursements in accordance with prescribed audit procedures.
• Examine for compliance with laws and regulations.
• Perform field audits of departmental, financial, and accounting records.
• Observe and evaluate effectiveness of internal accounting procedures and controls.
• Prepare audit reports and make recommendations for changes and improvements.
• May supervise personnel in the account clerical and general clerical series.

Requirements

• Graduation from a college with federally authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree, which includes at least twenty-four (24) credits in Accounting.
• Two (2) years of experience as an accountant or auditor.
• Possession of a New York State license as a Certified Public Accountant may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Pension.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start), sick leave, personal days, and thirteen (13) paid holidays.
• Regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts.