AOT Audit Specialist III

State of Vermont • Barre, VT

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Finance & Administration Division of the Agency of Transportation (AOT) is seeking a well-rounded and enthusiastic candidate to join the Internal Audit Team. This position is based out of the Barre City Place and/or Berlin Dill office location and may be eligible for a limited telework or a flexible work schedule. The position offers access to professional development opportunities, and a solid career ladder.

The Audit Specialist position supports the Agency of Transportation Audit Bureau with a variety tasks, which include, but are not limited to: financial reviews of indirect cost rates, invoice reviews, performing rate schedule reviews for pending contracts, evaluating internal controls, identifying gaps, and developing corrective action plans, assisting with coordinating various sections of the agency to collect, review, and prepare department records to support the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), the Annual Single Audit, as well as improper payment reviews conducted by Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).

Successful candidates will have strong communication skills, attention for detail, and recognize the importance of providing consistent and complete documents to internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, business management, or related field.
• Four (4) or more years of experience in financial operations, which includes auditing experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or graduate courses in relevant field.
• Experience in a government audit role.

Responsibilities

• financial reviews of indirect cost rates
• invoice reviews
• performing rate schedule reviews for pending contracts
• evaluating internal controls
• identifying gaps
• developing corrective action plans
• assisting with coordinating various sections of the agency to collect, review, and prepare department records to support the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• assisting with coordinating various sections of the agency to collect, review, and prepare department records to support the Annual Single Audit
• assisting with coordinating various sections of the agency to collect, review, and prepare department records to support improper payment reviews conducted by Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level