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Auditor / Senior Auditor

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House of Representatives

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Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day accomplishment of assigned audit 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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Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day accomplishment of assigned audit 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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Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

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No matching locations found.

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Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Relocation expenses reimbursed NoMust reside in or relocate to the Washington, D.C. area. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Salary $122,345 - $175,151 per year Pay scale & grade

HS 10 - 11

Promotion potential 12

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required - Occasional travel - Overnight travel is rare; generally, only in conjunction with attending out-of-town training or conferences.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0511 Auditing

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service

Drug test No Security clearance Secret

Announcement number req5753 Control number 891818800

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Major Duties for HS-10:

• Plan and perform audit tasks related to House administrative and financial operations to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and House administrative processes, the economy and efficiency of operations, and to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse.
• Use tools such as ACL, Visio, and Excel.
• Perform assigned audit tasks, including collecting and analyzing relevant audit documents/data, and performing moderately complex analysis to identify potential audit issues, causes, and solutions.
• Assess the risk and significance to House operations of issues identified from assigned audit steps.
• Conduct meetings and interviews.
• Produce work products to include audit work papers.
• Brief team leaders and supervisors on work performed, audit issues identified, and any unexpected delays or problems.
• Stay apprised of current audit techniques, issues, and trends in administrative and financial operations.
• Identify potential audit areas for the Performance, Financial Audits & Investigations (PFI) Division as part of the annual audit planning process and write corresponding fact sheets.
• Contribute to improving the PFI Division and the OIG office by suggesting new or improved processes, techniques, and tools as well as sharing knowledge and providing assistance.

Major Duties for HS-11:

• Independently plan and perform audit objectives related to House administrative and financial operations to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and House administrative processes, the economy and efficiency of operations, and to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse.
• Independently use tools such as ACL, Visio, and Excel; analyze the data produced and translate that data into validated audit issues.
• Independently perform assigned audit tasks, including collecting and analyzing relevant audit documents/data, and performing complex analysis to identify potential audit issues, causes, and solutions.
• Assess the risk and significance to House operations of issues identified from assigned audit objectives.
• Conduct meetings, interviews, and briefings.
• Produce work products to include audit work papers and briefing documents.
• Brief team lead and supervisors on work performed, audit issues identified, and any unexpected delays or problems.
• Stay apprised of current audit techniques, issues, and trends in administrative and financial operations. Is a subject matter expert for the Performance, Financial Audits & Investigations (PFI) Division in at least one administrative or financial area.
• Identify potential audit topics for the PFI Division as part of the annual audit planning process and write corresponding fact sheets.
• Contribute to improving the PFI Division and the OIG office through efforts such as identifying and implementing new or improved processes, techniques, and tools as well as sharing knowledge and providing assistance.

Other Duties for HS-10 and HS-11:

• Propose personal training and development plans.
• Provide assistance to contractors as assigned.
• Participate in special projects and other tasks as assigned.

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Education:

• Undergraduate degree and 24 semester hours in accounting (up to 6 hours may be business law) required.
• Applicable graduate degree or professional certification is preferred for HS-10 and required for HS-11. Qualifying certifications include: CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, CISSP, PMP, LSS, and CGFM.

Experience:

• HS-10: Experience and knowledge of performance and financial audits and knowledge of investigative tools and techniques.
• HS-11: Extensive experience and knowledge of performance and financial audits and 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.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, as needed, and switch job priorities.
• 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.
• Execute processes/procedures required by the OIG Policies and Procedures Manuals.
• Demonstrate initiative when opportunities are made available.
• Influence others to maximize efforts towards achievement of a goal.

Additional Requirements:

• Pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting.
• Pre-employment drug test.
• Must reside in or relocate to the Washington, D.C. area. Relocation expenses will not be paid.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or meet House employment eligibility requirements.

Work Environment and Location:

This position is based in Washington, DC. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Telework may be available at the discretion of the Inspector General. Overnight travel is rare.

Veteran's Preference Applicants:

Veterans' Preference is applied in accordance with the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA). See application instructions for details.

Benefits of Working at the House of Representatives

Employees of the U.S. House of Representatives are eligible to participate in a broad range of benefit programs similar to those available to other federal employees. These include:

Health and Insurance Programs

• Federal Employee Health Benefits
• Dental and Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Federal Employees Life Insurance
• Long-term Care

Retirement and Savings Programs

• Thrift Savings Plan
• Federal Retirement Programs

Leave Benefits

Leave accrual rates are based on prior federal service and creditable related experience.

• Less than 3 years of service: 12 days of annual leave per year
• 3 to 6 years of service: 18 days of annual leave per year
• 6 or more years of service: 24 days of annual leave per year

All employees accumulate 12 days of sick leave per year.

The Inspector General may grant credit for prior related non-federal experience for leave accrual purposes.

House Retention Through Educational Advancement Program

Employees may be eligible to receive up to $10,000 per year, with a maximum lifetime benefit of $80,000. The program can be used for federal and certain private student loan payments, as well as reimbursement for educational or professional development expenses, including credentialing, licensure, certification, and professional accreditation costs.

Additional Benefits

• Eligibility for membership to the House of Representatives Staff Gym
• On-site daycare facility
• Flexible work schedule options
• Eligibility for free on-site parking or transit and metro benefits for public transportation

For additional information regarding benefits, policies, and employment requirements, please visit our careers page.

Additional information

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated using a structured interview process.

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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Resume

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link.

Agency contact information

Office of Inspector General of the US House of Representatives

Phone (202) 226-1250 Address Office of the Inspector General of the US House of Representatives

441 2nd St

Washington, DC 20515

Next steps

Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

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Resume

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link.

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Agency contact information

Office of Inspector General of the US House of Representatives

Phone (202) 226-1250 Address Office of the Inspector General of the US House of Representatives

441 2nd St

Washington, DC 20515

Next steps

Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Expand Hide next steps

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

House of Representatives

Agency contact information

Office of Inspector General of the US House of Representatives

Phone (202) 226-1250 Address Office of the Inspector General of the US House of Representatives

441 2nd St

Washington, DC 20515

Visit our careers page

Learn more about what its like to work at House of Representatives, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers.

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Summary

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

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

1 vacancy

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Relocation expenses reimbursed NoMust reside in or relocate to the Washington, D.C. area. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Salary $122,345 - $175,151 per year Pay scale & grade

HS 10 - 11

Promotion potential 12

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required - Occasional travel - Overnight travel is rare; generally, only in conjunction with attending out-of-town training or conferences.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0511 Auditing

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service

Drug test No Security clearance Secret

Announcement number req5753 Control number 891818800

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