Responsible for the day-to-day accomplishment of assigned audit tasks required in evaluating performance and financial activities of the U.S. House of Representatives (House). All work is performed in compliance with the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Policies and Procedures Manual and appropriate professional standards. All duties are performed in the highest ethical manner, while exhibiting the OIG Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, and Innovation.
Summary
Responsible for the day-to-day accomplishment of assigned audit tasks required in evaluating performance and financial activities of the U.S. House of Representatives (House). All work is performed in compliance with the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Policies and Procedures Manual and appropriate professional standards. All duties are performed in the highest ethical manner, while exhibiting the OIG Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, and Innovation.
Job Summary: Responsible for the day-to-day accomplishment of assigned audit tasks required
in evaluating performance and financial activities of the U.S. House of
Representatives (House). All work is performed in compliance with the Office of
Inspector General (OIG) Policies and Procedures Manual and appropriate
professional standards. All duties are performed in the highest ethical manner,
while exhibiting the OIG Core Values of Integrity, Excellence,
and Innovation.
Major Duties for HS-10: - Plan and perform audit tasks related to House administrative and financial
operations to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and House
administrative processes, the economy and efficiency of operations, and to
prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse. - Use tools such as ACL, Visio, and Excel. - Perform assigned audit tasks, including collecting and analyzing relevant
audit documents/data, and performing moderately complex analysis to identify
potential audit issues, causes, and solutions. - Assess the risk and significance to House operations of issues identified
from assigned audit steps. - Conduct meetings and interviews. - Produce work products to include audit work papers. - Brief team leaders and supervisors on work performed, audit issues
identified, and any unexpected delays or problems. - Stay apprised of current audit techniques, issues, and trends in
administrative and financial operations. - Identify potential audit areas for the Performance, Financial Audits &
Investigations (PFI) Division as part of the annual audit planning process and
write corresponding fact sheets. - Contribute to improving the PFI Division and the OIG office by suggesting new
or improved processes, techniques, and tools as well as sharing knowledge and
providing assistance.
Major Duties for HS-11: - Independently plan and perform audit objectives related to House
administrative and financial operations to evaluate the effectiveness of
internal controls and House administrative processes, the economy and
efficiency of operations, and to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse. - Independently use tools such as ACL, Visio, and Excel; analyze the data
produced and translate that data into validated audit issues. - Independently perform assigned audit tasks, including collecting and
analyzing relevant audit documents/data, and performing complex analysis to
identify potential audit issues, causes, and solutions. - Assess the risk and significance to House operations of issues identified
from assigned audit objectives. - Conduct meetings, interviews, and briefings. - Produce work products to include audit work papers and briefing documents. - Brief team lead and supervisors on work performed, audit issues identified,
and any unexpected delays or problems. - Stay apprised of current audit techniques, issues, and trends in
administrative and financial operations. Is a subject matter expert for the
Performance, Financial Audits & Investigations (PFI) Division in at least
one administrative or financial area. - Identify potential audit topics for the PFI Division as part of the annual
audit planning process and write corresponding fact sheets. - Contribute to improving the PFI Division and the OIG office through efforts
such as identifying and implementing new or improved processes, techniques, and
tools as well as sharing knowledge and providing assistance.
Other Duties for HS-10 and HS-11: - Propose personal training and development plans. - Provide assistance to contractors as assigned. - Participate in special projects and other tasks as assigned.
Education: - Undergraduate degree and 24 semester hours in accounting (up to 6 hours may be business law) required. - Applicable graduate degree or professional certification is preferred for HS-10 and required for HS-11. Qualifying certifications include: CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, CISSP, PMP, LSS, and CGFM.
Experience: - HS-10: Experience and knowledge of performance and financial audits and knowledge of investigative tools and techniques. - HS-11: Extensive experience and knowledge of performance and financial audits and knowledge of investigative tools and techniques.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: - Knowledge of GAO Government Auditing Standards. - Knowledge of risk assessment concepts. - Knowledge and understanding of work management concepts. - Ability to work non-standard hours, as needed, and switch job priorities. - Communicate complex ideas/facts clearly in a well-organized manner and actively listen. - Examine situations using facts; draw unbiased conclusions. - Ability to display understanding, courtesy, respect, and tact in various interactions; establish and maintain positive working relationships, contribute to organizational effectiveness, and implement conflict management. - Collaborate with others, facilitate achievement of goals, and share information and provide assistance in team efforts. - Apply skills, methods, and tools; gather and analyze data. - Execute processes/procedures required by the OIG Policies and Procedures Manuals. - Demonstrate initiative when opportunities are made available. - Influence others to maximize efforts towards achievement of a goal.
Additional Requirements: - Pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting. - Pre-employment drug test. - Must reside in or relocate to the Washington, D.C. area. Relocation expenses will not be paid. - Must be a U.S. citizen or meet House employment eligibility requirements.
Work Environment and Location: This position is based in Washington, DC. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Telework may be available at the discretion of the Inspector General. Overnight travel is rare. Veteran’s Preference Applicants: Veterans’ Preference is applied in accordance with the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA). See application instructions for details.
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Additional information
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated using a structured interview process.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
