THE POSITION
If you possess expertise in specialized program monitoring for internal and external audits, The Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has a thrilling opportunity awaiting you! The Bureau of Fiscal Management is on the lookout for candidates for the Financial Consultant (Auditor 2) role, covering the counties of Erie, Crawford, Warren, McKean, Mercer, Venango, Lawrence, Beaver, Butler, Forest, Clarion, Jefferson, Clearfield, and Elk. This is your chance to embark on a fulfilling new career and utilize your skills in a vibrant and challenging setting. Do not miss out, apply today to seize this opportunity.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will assist and train local Municipalities in the preparation of year-end reports mandated by law, along with other documentation related to Liquid Fuels Tax Funds. You will also perform monitoring reviews and financial consultations by analyzing the financial records of Municipalities to verify the appropriate use of funds designated for specific purposes. Furthermore, you will offer individual and group training sessions on the policies and procedures governing the use and reporting of the Liquid Fuels Tax Fund program, enabling Municipalities to effectively manage their Liquid Fuels Program in accordance with statutory requirements and Department of Transportation guidelines. Additionally, you will collaborate with District Municipal Services staff to address the needs of their assigned Municipal Customers. You will review the submitted year-end reports for accuracy, input data into the online reporting system if not already completed by the municipality, and resolve any issues that may delay a Municipality's payment to ensure timely allocation disbursements.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You will be expected to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office.
- Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Required Experience, Training & Eligibility
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year as an Auditor 1; or
- One year of auditing experience and four years of accounting and/or additional auditing work; and fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which includes fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting and one year of auditing experience.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
- 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
