Posting number: LASERS-10072601
Department: LA State Employees' Retirement System
Job classification: AUDITOR 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Audit
The Audit Services Division of the Louisiana State Employees’ Retirement System (LASERS) is currently hiring an internal auditor. This position offers a great opportunity in the Baton Rouge area and may be filled at the Auditor 1, 2, or 3 level, depending on qualifications. Entry-level hires, including recent graduates, will get hands-on training and support as they build their skills. Experienced hires will plan and lead engagements.
We are looking for a candidate who is highly motivated, professional, a quick learner and adaptable. The person in this position interacts with all levels of management and must possess strong communication skills (written and oral). The candidate must be detail oriented, possess the ability to solve problems, and be willing to pursue professional certifications that pertain to the position. The candidate must also be a self-starter and display critical thinking when conducting reviews.
LASERS offers an excellent benefit package and a competitive starting salary.
Three years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR
A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR
A bachelor’s degree plus a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP) designation; OR
An advanced degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Primary responsibilities for this position include internal auditing duties, such as:
Appointment Type: Probational.
LASERS requires all new hires to serve a minimum of eighteen (18) months not to exceed twenty-four (24) months in probational status including permanent state employees.
Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Auditor 1, 2, or 3.
Work Schedule: 8 hours Monday - Friday, choosing a schedule with a start time between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM.
The Auditor 1 position has an entry annual salary of $44,990.40 and maximum of $78,790.00.
The Auditor 2 position has an entry annual salary of $48,131.20 and maximum of $84,302.00.
The Auditor 3 position has an entry annual salary of $55,120.00 and maximum of $96,533.00.
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Andrea H. Rogers
P.O. Box 44213
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-4213
lasershr@lasersonline.org
Our mission is to foster accountability and transparency in Louisiana government by providing the Legislature and others with audit services, fiscal advice, and other useful information.
The Legislative Auditor is one of the largest public accounting practices in the State of Louisiana and certainly one of the largest employers of certified public accountants. However, in addition to accountants, the Legislative Auditor also employs public administrators, attorneys, actuaries, computer analysts, Information Technology auditors, and many other individuals who offer the public a broad spectrum of skills.
