BASIC FUNCTION:

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) of the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) is seeking an individual(s) to serve as an auditor on a team responsible for conducting financial and performance audits of the programs, functions, and operations of the LSC and its nation-wide network of grantees.  These audits are conducted in accordance with government auditing standards and may involve complex issues and cover varied topics.  The audits evaluate the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of programs, determine the adequacy of management controls to mitigate risk, evaluate compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and identify fraud, waste, or abuse.  In addition, projects include evaluating the work of public accounting firms to ensure the firm's annual audit of LSC grantees is in compliance with government auditing standards and the guidance provided by the OIG.  Travel is required.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent independently, or as a member of a team, participates in planning and executing audits and other OIG activities.  Specifically, Conducts audits, in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards and office guidelines.  Gathers, compiles, and analyzes financial and operational data.  Ensures audit documentation and written reports include all applicable elements of findings.  Produces written reports, briefing documents, correspondence, and analyses for internal and external audiences. Provides briefings to staff and senior management on the results of the audits.  Demonstrates effective working relations as a team member.  Performs other related duties as assigned.  The individual(s) selected for this position may also serve as an auditor in charge depending on the nature of the assignment and the experience of the individual.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

General:

Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, concepts, and practices.  Ability to gather and analyze data and the ability to use computer software to manipulate and analyze information.  Strong report writing and oral communications skills are required.

Technical/Specialized:

A bachelor's degree in accounting or in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting.  The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Salary range $46,590 to $85,201 depending on experience and education. This salary range includes locality pay, plus an excellent benefits package.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Submit a detailed chronological resume (non-returnable), with cover letter, including salary history to:

Legal Services Corporation
Office of Human Resources
3333 K Street NW, 3rd Floor
Washington, DC 20007-3541
Fax (202) 337-6383
www.LSC.gov
Jobs@lsc.gov

An Equal Opportunity Employer

If reasonable accommodation in the application process is needed, notify HR at 202-295-1571.

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