<p>The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect. </p> <p>The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video! </p> <p> </p> <p>Helpful tips for applying: </p> <p>Applying for a Job with the State of Colorado.</p> <p>What Happens After You Apply.</p> <p>Are you someone who approaches problems positively with optimism for change? Are you passionate about helping an organization succeed? Are you enthusiastic, open-minded and self-motivated? If you answered yes to these questions, a career in Internal Audit at the Colorado Department of Revenue may be for you! We are seeking a motivated, passionate, personable auditor to join our team in our Lakewood office. CDOR Internal Audit is a team of professionals passionate about making a difference for positive change in our organization. We provide audit services, consulting services, conduct internal investigations, and monitoring/analytics services to the Department's business groups with a passion for excellence, customer service, and fun. The professional in this position is responsible for conducting performance, compliance and IT security audits, administrative investigations, risk assessments and consultations, monitoring systems and evaluating technology:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Plans and conducts internal audits, consultations, data mining projects, and inquiries of the various divisions, sections and programs in the Department as assigned. This includes interviewing, gathering data, and analyzing the information obtained in order to detect and discover problems or noncompliance with statutes, regulations, DOR policies and procedures, best practices and accounting standards.</p> </li><li> <p>Based on specific circumstances arising during audit test work, formulates or designs audit steps to efficiently and effectively test records. Recommends audit approaches and completes the audit program by drafting work papers, findings, proposed recommendations and audit reports.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintains collaborative working relationships across the organization.</p> </li><li> <p>Manages and coordinates all aspects of administrative investigations into assigned allegations of policy violations and fraud.</p> </li><li> <p>Performs first level review of work papers prepared by audit staff.</p> </li><li> <p>Provides technical user and administrative support to the Internal Audit Section.</p> </li></ul> <p>"Internal auditors are explorers, analysts, problem-solvers, reporters, and trusted advisors. They bring objectivity and a variety of skills and expertise to the organization. They come from diverse areas such as finance, operations, IT, and engineering. Today's internal audit professionals are revered for their critical thinking and communication skills, as well as their general IT and industry-specific business knowledge."*</p> <p>Do you consider yourself an explorer, analyst, problem-solver, reporter, or trusted advisor? Do you fancy critical thinking and communication skills? If so, please consider submitting your application to CDOR Internal Audit for the Internal Auditor III position by clicking the "Apply" button above.</p> <p> *Source: The Institute of Internal Auditors (na.theiia.org) </p> <p>Residency Requirement:</p> <p>This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. </p> <p>Class Code & Classification Description:</p> <p>H8D4XXAUDITOR III</p> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Experience Only: Seven (7) years of full-time professional experience designing, managing and conducting audits; or</p> <p>Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in audit equal to seven (7) years.</p> <ul> <li>Current, valid licensure as a CPA from the Colorado Board of Accountancy or current, valid CIA certificate will substitute for five (5) years of the requirement </li></ul> <p>NOTE: If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <p>The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Prior investigative experience</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), sound judgment, analytical/problem solving skills, effective team leadership and customer service</p> </li><li> <p>CPA, CIA, CISA or CFE designation</p> </li><li> <p>Experience developing and maintaining SQL data queries</p> </li><li> <p>Experience working with large, complex IT systems</p> </li><li> <p>More than the required amount of experience in performing compliance audits</p> </li><li> <p>Familiarity with audit standards and best practices, including GAGAS/GAAS/Yellow Book, IIA Standards, ISACA Standards, etc.</p> </li><li> <p>Professional auditing experience in a regulatory environment</p> </li><li> <p>Experience with Google Suite products (e.g., Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Doc, etc.)</p> </li><li> <p>Experience with TeamMate audit management software</p> </li><li> <p>Prior experience using one of the CDOR information systems (e.g. GenTax, DRIVES, MLO).</p> </li></ul> <p>Conditions of Employment with the CDOR:</p> <p>Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence. </p> <p>As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations.</p> <p>Pursuant to the Universal Driving Standards Policy, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle. </p> <p>To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who: </p> <ul> <li> <p>Have an assigned State fleet vehicle</p> </li><li> <p>Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position</p> </li><li> <p>Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle</p> </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualification Screening</p> <p>A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. </p> </li><li> <p>Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.</p> </li><li> <p>Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letter</p> </li><li> <p>List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment. </p> </li><li> <p>Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.</p> </li><li> <p>The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.</p> </li></ul> <p>Email Address:</p> <p>All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.</p> <p>If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.</p> <p>APPEAL RIGHTS</p> <p>An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.</p> <p>For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.</p> <p>Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance</p> <p>The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.</p> <p>The Colorado Department of Revenue is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA inbox, dor_ohr@state.co.us.</p> <p>We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.</p> <p>If not applying online, submit application to:</p> <p>If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to dor_ohr@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.</p> <p>Methods of Appointment:</p> <p>Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason. </p> <p>Step Pay Program:</p> <p>Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.</p>