Supervisory Auditor

Summary This position is located in the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Office of Inspector General (OIG). The position conducts and oversees complex audits, reviews, and evaluations of NLRB programs and operations to identify fraud, waste, abuse, and inefficiencies, while promoting accountability and compliance. The incumbent also serves as a team leader for audit staff and supports agency-wide oversight initiatives. Learn more about this agency Duties As a Supervisory Auditor, GS-0511-14, your typical work assignments may include: Leading, planning, managing, coordinating, and performing complex performance and financial audits and reviews, while leading audit teams in conducting objective and methodical assessments of NLRB programs, operations, and functions to evaluate program effectiveness, internal controls, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Planning audits by assessing risk, testing controls, collecting information, analyzing data using quantitative tools, examining and documenting documentary, observational, and testimonial evidence, and managing audit resources to ensure efficient and effective audit execution. Leading and participating in the development of draft and final audit reports, briefing materials for OIG and agency leadership, congressional responses, and other written products that clearly communicate audit findings, recommendations, and conclusions. Providing supervision and technical guidance to audit staff throughout the performance and completion of audits and reviews, while demonstrating strong critical thinking, analytical skills, and professional judgment in resolving complex audit issues. Serving as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) by initiating and obtaining contracts for independent public accounting firms to perform financial statement and internal control audits, while providing technical expertise and guidance to the Contracting Officer, contractor staff, and OIG personnel throughout the contracting and audit processes. Requirements Conditions of employment U. S. Citizenship Required. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service. This is not a remote position. Relocation expenses are not authorized. This position is in the Competitive Service. This position is not part of the Bargaining Unit. You may be required to complete as applicable, a new one-year probationary period or two-year trial period if appointed. If you are a current status federal employee, you may be required to complete another one-year probationary period if selected. Subject to a background investigation prior to appointment. Submit complete application package online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. This is a positive education position. Transcripts are required to be considered for this position. A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required. Qualifications All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate is a highly experienced audit professional with demonstrated expertise leading and conducting complex performance, financial, or compliance audits involving internal controls, program effectiveness, financial management, and regulatory compliance. They possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills and are experienced in assessing risk, analyzing complex data, developing audit findings, and providing actionable recommendations supported by sufficient evidence. The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of Government Auditing Standards and professional auditing principles and is skilled in preparing clear, concise audit reports and briefing senior leadership on sensitive or complex issues. They demonstrate strong leadership and supervisory abilities, including experience managing audit teams, overseeing audit quality, and ensuring projects are completed effectively and in accordance with applicable standards. They possess excellent communication and relationship management skills and demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, integrity, and the ability to contribute to organizational improvement and accountability initiatives. BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Degree: accounting, auditing; or a degree including auditing courses 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. OR Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following: Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law; A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a Supervisory Auditor, GS-0511-14. Specialized experience includes: Experience leading, planning, managing, or conducting complex performance, financial, or compliance audits and reviews involving program effectiveness, internal controls, or compliance with laws, regulations, and professional auditing standards; and Experience assessing organizational or financial risk; analyzing quantitative and qualitative data; evaluating internal controls; and developing audit findings, conclusions, and recommendations supported by sufficient and appropriate evidence; and Experience preparing, reviewing, or overseeing audit reports, briefing materials, or other written products that clearly communicate audit objectives, findings, recommendations, and corrective actions to leadership or stakeholders; and Experience applying Government Auditing Standards and professional auditing principles, concepts, and practices to ensure audit work complies with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and quality assurance requirements; and Experience supervising, leading, or providing technical guidance to audit staff, including assigning work, reviewing work products, monitoring progress, resolving issues, and ensuring milestones and deadlines are achieved. This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. Please do not cut and paste the specialized experience from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. For more detailed information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website here. NOTE: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement. You must meet all qualification requirements. All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see www.ed.gov. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. Special Instructions for Foreign Education If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in accredited U.S. education programs; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education. Additional information SUPPLEMENTARY VACANCIES Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The National Labor Relations Board is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition. Applicants with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Agency's Selective Placement Coordinator by email here. NLRB offers a wide array of reasonable accommodations and programs for individuals with disabilities. (Note: for additional information for job seekers with disabilities, please click on the following website here.) PLACEMENT POLICY The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by Promotion. The position may be filled by Reassignment, Change to Lower Grade, Transfer, Appointment, or Reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. PROBATIONARY/TRIAL PERIOD As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period, or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: Your performance and conduct; and The needs and interests of the agency; and Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. ALTERNATE APPLICATION INFORMATION Applicants may contact the Office of Human Resources. The National Labor Relations Board offers career opportunities that feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that include Work/Life Balance Programs (Alternative Work Schedules, Telework, Employee Assistance Program, and the Child Care Subsidy Program), the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, and the Transit Benefit Program. Expand Hide  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. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. 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