Job Posting - Auditor

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Position: Auditor                                                                             Recommended Salary: $51,000-$58,000

Reports To:Chief Financial Officer                                             Business Unit: Finance

Department: Finance                                                                     Posted:May 21, 2014Closing: June11,2014

This position is responsible for reviewing and evaluating contractor’s system of internal accounting controls and accounting system relative to the administration of contract funds. Responsibilities include making recommendations for the corrective actions and/or improvement of internal controls, the accounting system and application of contract funds.

In this position you will be responsible for the following duties:

Review contractor’s accounting system for compliance with GAAP, relevant OMB Circulars and contract covenants. Understand grant allocations, contract agreements and modifications.Audit documents in support of the contractor accounting.Review pertinent documents necessary to determine if an audit trail exists for all records and transactions.Prepare working papers that record and summarize findings from each subcontractor audit: include scope of audit, financial conditions found and application of funds.Discuss and explain deficiencies to appropriate  contractormanagement and Philadelphia Works.Prepare detailed report of audit findings and make recommendations for corrections of unsatisfactory areas and improvement in operations.Travel to and work independently at contractor locations.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field, with a minimum 2-3 years accounting experience and at least 1-2 years’ experience in external auditing of general ledger systems (internal auditing may be acceptable).

Or, any combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Human Resources Department.

·         Proficient with Microsoft based products and other computerized accounting systems.

·         Working knowledge of allowable cost allocation methods.

·         Excellent communication, organizational, planning and interpersonal skills.

·         Familiarity with non-profit organizations and grant accounting.

·         Working knowledge of OMB Circulars A-133 and A-122.

·         Ability to perform complex and detailed analysis of financial data and to meet deadlines.

·         Ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff, internal departments, auditors, subcontractors, vendors, and various governmental agencies.

Interested applicants should apply online at

www.philaworks.org  and click on

 “About Us” and then “Careers at Philadelphia Works”.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program
Alternate Formats, Auxiliary Aides and Services are available upon request