Field Auditor II

This position provides financial and auditing services to all affiliates and management at AFSCME's field and headquarters offices.

DUTIES:

• Conducts field audits of affiliates which consist of a review of revenue and expenses to ensure financial activities are in compliance with the AFSCME Constitution and Financial Standards Code. Prepares financial reports on findings and recommendations.
• Responds to inquiries from affiliates requesting assistance or information on accounting and financial matters. Provides information on routine matters wherever possible.
• Conduct training courses to assist affiliates on various financial matters.
• Assists affiliates with questions regarding government agencies.
• Performs desk audits of budgets, and quarterly financial reports submitted by large affiliates.
• May assist affiliates in day-to-day accounting operations and in filling vacant positions in the financial and accounting areas.
• Assists with special short-term projects dealing with Accounting Department operations. These may involve internal audits of various activities to ensure proper compliance with established procedures.
• May coordinate the annual informational mailing to affiliates apprising them of current IRS filing requirements of IRS Forms 990/990-EZ/990-N.
• Assists with the investigation of potential bonding claims and processing claims on behalf of affiliates. Coordinates the claims with the affiliate and the bonding agent.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with course work in accounting and auditing and a minimum of five (5) years of work experience in an auditing or accounting environment performing tasks which provide the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Skills:

• Knowledge of forensic auditing and accounting practices and principles, and appropriate reporting requirements of financial statements.
• Ability to collect, analyze and compare financial data and identify data anomalies.
• Ability to conduct research and make logical, reliable, and sound financial conclusions and to make appropriate auditing judgments.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously and complete assignments under pressure to meet tight schedules.
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite with a concentration in Excel.
• Ability to use databases and financial application software.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation to proofread and compose correspondence.

Extended Hours and Travel:

• Extensive travel, extended work hours including weekends and a valid driver’s license are required.