Senior Auditor

Legislative Branch - House of Representatives โ€ข Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Company

Legislative Branch - House of Representatives

Location

Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Type

Full Time

Job Description

Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day accomplishment of assigned audit and investigative 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.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Work Environment and Location. The work is usually performed in an office environment. The work is primarily sedentary but there may be some walking in, to, and/or from House Office Buildings or facilities of the Capitol Complex in Washington, D.C.

The Official Work Site for the OIG is the Capitol Complex, specifically the Ford House Office Building. Telework/telecommuting may be available for staff, depending on the position and at the sole discretion of the IG, but only to the extent that the work is done within the Greater Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area.

NOTE: To be employed by a House office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must: 1) Be a U.S. citizen; 2) Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. ยง 1324b(a)(3)(B); 3) Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. ยง 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. ยง 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or 4) Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law).

This is a Legislative Branch appointment. Current U.S. Federal employees selected for hire from another Federal branch of government (Executive, Judicial) must resign from Federal service in their current branch to be appointed to a position in the Legislative branch.

Qualifications

Experience:
Extensive experience in planning and performing performance and financial audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and administrative processes, the economy and efficiency of operations, and to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse. 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;
  • 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; and
  • Influence others to maximize efforts towards achievement of a goal.

Education

  • An undergraduate degree and 24 semester hours* of accounting is required.
*May include up to 6 semester hours in business law.
  • An applicable graduate degree or one professional certification is preferred. An advanced degree or professional certification(s) may be required for promotion. Qualifying certifications include: CPA, CIA, CFE, PMP, and CGFM.

Additional information

This organization uses the House Pay Schedule which differs from OPM's.

1. General Benefits - U.S. House of Representatives staff are eligible to participate in the various employee benefits plans (e.g., TSP, FEHB, FEGLI, etc.) to which other federal employees are entitled. See OPM link in BENEFITS section.

2. Leave Accumulation - Prior federal service and work experience in a related field are considered when calculating an employee's rate of leave accumulation. The IG has the discretion to grant credit to new employees, for leave accrual purposes, for prior related non-federal work experience. All employees accumulate 12 days of sick leave per year regardless of length of prior federal or non-federal service. Annual Leave is calculated as follows:

  • Less than 3 years of service/experience = 12 days annual leave per year.
  • Between 3 years and 6 years of service/experience = 18 days annual leave per year.
  • 6 or more years of service/experience = 24 days annual leave per year.
3. Federal Retirement - The U.S. House of Representatives has five federal retirement plans, Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) and CRSRS-Offset, Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS), FERS-Revised Annuity Employees, or FERS-Further Revised Annuity Employees.

4. Student Loan Repayment Program - Employees may be eligible for reimbursement of up to $10,000 per year (with a maximum of $80,000 in total) for federally backed student loans.

5. Gym Membership to the House Staff Fitness Center.

6. On-site Day Care facility.

7. Flexible work schedule.

8. Eligibility for either free, on-site parking or an amount up to the DOT monthly limit for mass transit benefits.

The Office of Inspector General is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. The U.S. House of Representatives is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or national origin. Transportation and all related travel expenses associated with the interview and hiring process must be paid by the applicant. Reimbursement is not allowable for moving and related relocation expenses. Employment with Officers and the Inspector General of the House of Representatives is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is "At-Will."

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09/30/2024

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