AUDITOR 1 - UNDERFILL

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

Job Summary

The Nevada Health Authority is filling an Auditor 1 position underfilling an Auditor 2 in Carson City within the Purchasing and Compliance, Office of Medicaid Inspector General Audit Unit and may require up to 25% travel. The incumbent will be responsible for monthly Fiscal Agent invoice reconciliation and approvals, performance and compliance audits, provider enrollment compliance audits, and the development and completion of special audits as defined by the NVHA Administrator, and/or the Medicaid Inspector General, Audit supervisor and Audit Manager. Auditors are responsible for compiling and reconciling data, documenting audit findings, summarizing audit findings in writing to produce a comprehensive audit report, and monitoring and tracking findings through corrective action plans. The incumbent may be responsible for participation in the agency's Internal Control Self-Assessment. Audits will be performed with the direction of the Administration, the Medicaid Inspector General, Audit supervisor and Audit Manager in accordance with one or more of the following: Federal and State laws, policies and regulations, and Agency policies and procedures.

Auditors conduct audits on financial and/or tax accounts, records, activities, operations and/or internal controls of individuals, business organizations, state agencies or other government jurisdictions subject to State taxation or regulation to ensure compliance with State and Federal rules and regulations and legal requirements and/or proper safeguarding of agency funds.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of professional or technical level auditing or accounting experience involving analyzing financial information and making recommendations based upon that analysis; OR two years of experience as an Accountant Technician I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

Research the past audit history of individuals, organizations or agencies and develop and/or perform audit steps as defined in an approved audit program.

Review financial and/or tax accounts and records, examine narrative and flowchart documentation and interview personnel involved to determine compliance with a specific set of governing laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, agreements and contracts; investigate past activities and practices of the individual or organization by examining business records which may have to be obtained from a variety of sources.

Conduct audits in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards, generally accepted auditing standard, and/or standards for the professional practice of internal auditing as adopted by the work unit.

Document all findings and prepare work papers and reports that summarize audit findings and recommendations regarding adequacy of controls, operational procedures and/or determination of financial adjustments/deficiencies; improve and modify controls and procedures in order to standardize systems and/or practices, to strengthen the integrity of the system and to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and policies.

Conduct entrance and exit interviews with individuals, organization representatives or agency division heads to explain the purpose and scope of the audit, to discuss findings, verify facts and answer questions regarding the audit.

Monitor the progress of implementation and the ongoing adherence to procedures and policies established as a result of audit findings.

Conduct special investigations and specific audits in areas determined to be "at risk" by the supervisor; investigate suspected instances of fraudulent activity conducted by either employees, contractors and/or vendors as necessary.

Prepare reports, conduct research, and develop case files for maintaining evidence in each case; develop final departmental administrative determinations; preserve evidence for future litigation.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under general supervision, incumbents learn to perform the duties described in the series concept in a training capacity or may be permanently allocated at the sub-journey level performing the most basic auditing assignments as determined by the agency. Work is assigned through specific instructions and is reviewed for technical accuracy to existing audit standards. Incumbents assist higher level auditors in conducting audits of a routine nature. This class represents the trainee level and may provide for progression to the next level in the series upon meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the approval of the appointing authority.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

General knowledge of: accounting and financial record keeping principles and practices to sufficiently examine and analyze a variety of business records and develop meaningful conclusions based upon that analysis; generally accepted accounting principles to sufficiently evaluate financial information provided by both private and government entities; audit techniques and procedures to effectively conduct audits of both private and government entities.

Ability to: use word processing, database, spreadsheet and other computer software programs.

Skill in: basic mathematical computation; written English sufficient to compose reports and business correspondence and to communicate with a variety of people to effectively gather and transmit necessary information.

Recruiter Contact Information: Victoria Sheehan - ToriSheehan@admin.nv.gov

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP) .
  
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
  
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
  
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
  
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) . Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication .
  
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program .
  
• No Nevada state income tax.
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
  
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
  

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU) .

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) .

*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Closing Date/Time: 3/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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