Associate Accounts Examiner

Introduction

Are you a current state employee looking to take the next step in your Accounting career? If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity with one of our states leading agencies!

The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has an exciting opportunity for a qualified individual in state service to join our team as an Associate Accounts Examiner in service of the Bureau of Central Services. This position is a key role that will support the Bureau’s Compliance Unit and will report directly to the Fiscal/Administrative Manager 1.

Please note, this opportunity is available to current State of Connecticut employees who hold permanent status. See the 'Selection Plan' for more information.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday
• WORK HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• WORK SHIFT: First shift, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with alternative work schedules available
• LOCATION: 79 Elm Street, Hartford, CT (swing space available at other DEEP locations on occasional basis).

YOUR ROLE

As an Associate Accounts Examiner for the BCS, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting the Fiscal/Administrative Manager 1 in establishing regular audits across agency functions.
• Planning and performing financial and operational audits.
• Conducting special projects and reviews.
• Developing audit plans and programs.
• Performing audit risk assessments and test work.
• Drafting audit findings and recommendations.
• Writing audit reports and special project and review memorandum.
• Reviewing internal policies for compliance with State and Federal regulations

More details can be found in the class specification.

BENEFITS & BALANCE AT THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT

As a current state employee, we will continue to offer you the following:

• As a State of Connecticut employee, we offer the same competitive benefits which you are accustomed (Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
• Continue working at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.

OUR AGENCY

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state.

Selection Plan

IMPORTANT DETAILS FOR THIS RECRUITMNET:

- In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee, who has worked for the state for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

- Please include all relevant education, experience, certifications (as it pertains to the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications) within your application.

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
• Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
• Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Samantha Rivera at Samantha.Rivera@CT.Gov

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for performing highly complex and difficult examination work involving the financial records of state agencies, businesses, municipalities, or other entities. This class may also be accountable for working lead or consultative responsibility.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs highly complex and difficult examination work involving the financial records of State agencies, businesses, municipalities, or other entities receiving money distributed and monitored by the State;
• Determines priorities;
• Assigns and reviews work;
• Establishes and maintains unit procedures;
• Provides staff training and assistance;
• Conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations;
• Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;
• Examines complex and varied financial documents and data submitted;
• Researches historical and/or other related data as needed;
• Analyzes and compares data to determine appropriate status or action;
• Determines compliance of documents or procedures with laws, regulations and any state or federal requirements;
• Holds meetings with audit subjects;
• May participate in conferences and hearings;
• May coordinate unit workflow;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of
• professional accounting and auditing principles and practices;
• governmental and commercial accounting;
• Skills
• interpersonal skills;
• oral and written communication skills;
• Considerable ability to
• analyze financial records, documents, and reports;
• prepare reports including narrative and statistical sections;
• Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Seven (7) years of experience in accounting or auditing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been at the professional level.

NOTE: Professional level accounting or auditing is interpreted as work performed as a professional Accountant, Auditor, or Accounts Examiner with responsibility for the exercise of independent analysis and judgement in the application of professional accounting principles and practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• College training in accounting or a closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
• A Master's degree in accounting may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor may be substituted for one (1) year of the General and Special Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience utilizing Core-CT financials, Human Resource Management System (HRMS), Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) queries, and State Analytical Reporting System (STARS) reporting.
• Experience using functions of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Experience writing reports, memos, and emails to communicate technical material.
• Experience analyzing data to provide conclusions and make recommendations.
• Experience conducting performance, financial, and compliance audits of federally and state funded programs.
• Experience working on projects or reviews independently.
• Experience interpreting and applying laws, statutes, and regulations.
• Experience with risk assessment and internal controls evaluations.
• Experience evaluating policies, procedures, and business processes to recommend changes for improvement.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business.
• One of the following active certifications – Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.