DEPUTY CITY AUDITOR

DEPUTY CITY AUDITOR
AUDITING DEPARTMENT
CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Deputy City Auditor for the Auditing Department. Under the direction of the City Auditor, the Deputy City Auditor will be responsible for assisting in the supervision and direction of accounting and the office personnel involved in the pre-audit of municipal payroll, accounts payable and the central maintenance of general municipal books of accounts. The individual will prepare the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, governmental agency reports and ad hoc reports on the City's finances, maintain debt schedules and assist with opening and closing the financial books for the monthly and fiscal year-end period. The individual will also provide technical support to departmental accounting staff, audit department records, respond to FOIA requests, analyze data and reconcile accounts.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:

• Prepare financial statements including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, the Schedule of Federal Expenditures of Federal Awards, the State Bureau of Accounts and other financial reports as required.
• Liaise with the City's external Certified Public Accountant firm and work with City and school departments as well as state and federal officials regarding auditing related issues.
• Monitor and supervise the continuing pre-audits of all municipal payrolls and accounts payable.
• Monitor and maintain the Workday financial accounting system.
• Maintain debt schedules and the OPEB database.
• Direct, assist, instruct, train staff as to schedules, developments, methods, and procedures, standards of work performance, government or city rules and regulations, policies or other matters affecting their work.
• Assist the City Auditor, auditing personnel and departmental officials in planning, developing, and installing new and revised automated accounting systems and audit procedures.
• Participate in audits of cash and bank accounts of the City Treasurer and Collector, investigate irregularities in accounts and inadequacies of the accounting systems.
• Certify the availability of unencumbered appropriations balances sufficient to cover purchases and contracts.
• Assist in the preparation of the department's annual budget.
• Anticipate or investigate causes of delay or inadequate performance and make recommendations as to possible improvements in procedures or methods to increase effectiveness, reduce costs, etc.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Governmental Accounting and Auditing Standards (GASB), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Financial Statement Preparation, External and Internal Auditing, Federal Awards, Labor Laws, Municipal Finance Laws.
• Working knowledge of office software (i.e. word processing and spread sheet applications), the Internet, social media, and web site use.
• Comprehensive knowledge, ability to interpret and explain verbally and in writing to customers and other departments in the city. An understanding of City of Worcester ordinances and regulations as well as state and federal auditing regulations including Massachusetts Municipal Finance Laws and federal grant programs.
• Ability to meet and deal with the public in a tactful manner.
• Ability to handle problems and emergencies effectively.
• Ability to maintain sensitive, confidential information, manage and organize complex records. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department and other City employees, the public as well as local and state officials.
• Ability to multitask to complete assignments in a detailed, timely and organized manner.
• Ability to follow and adhere to department or city government rules, regulations, policies or procedures.
• Proficient technical reading, report writing, problem solving and customer service skills.
• Proficient organizational skills.
• Excellent data processing and office software skills including word processing, database management and spreadsheet applications as well as the Internet.
• Proficient time management skills.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a finance related field
• Five (5) years of professional experience in accounting or finance environment
• Certified Public Accountant
• Three (3) years of experience with employee supervision
• Excellent communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ten (10) years of professional experience in auditing or accounting environment
• Three (3) years of experience in a municipal office setting performing auditing responsibilities
• Five (5) years of experience with employee supervision
• Experience with the Workday Platform

SALARY RANGE: $95,000 -$110,000 annually, exempt, full-time, with an excellent benefits package

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2024, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, HR@worcesterma.gov.