Lead Auditor

This position is in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO), conducts a program of financial activities applicable to State agencies that receive FSIS funds for the Cooperative Inspection Programs.

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the GS-13 or equivalent grade level that demonstrates:

• Leading onsite and virtual financial and compliance reviews of State Agency operations assessing system practices, and adherence to Federal requirements;
• Providing expert financial policy and procedural guidance to State Agencies under Cooperative Inspection Programs, resolving complex reporting and billing issues; -Conducted oversight desk reviews of Federal financial assistance, verifying compliance, analyzing final financial reports, and following up on fiscal expectations;
• Reviewing, analyzed, and negotiated indirect cost proposals, including maintaining contributions to the Government-wide indirect cost rate repository;
• Serving as a team leader, coordinating activities, training staff, monitoring progress, and developing analytical tools and guidelines to strengthen program oversight. For more information on how to qualify for this position, Click Here Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri. Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Degree: auditing; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, public administration or accounting. OR Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in Performance Auditing, or an equivalent combination of performance auditing experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional auditing knowledge.

The applicant's background must also include one of the following: A certificate as a Certified Internal Auditor or a Certified Public Accountant, obtained through written examination; or Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting, e.g., 15 semester hours.