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NY HELP Yes

Agency Agriculture & Markets, Department of

Title Auditor 1 or Trainee (NY HELPS)

Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

Salary Grade 18

Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range From $53764 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 10B Airline Drive

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12235

Duties Description Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join our team and become an integral part of a team dedicated to fostering a competitive food and agriculture industry that benefits both producers and consumers alike. Here, you can cultivate your career in a dynamic environment that values innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. With a wide range of opportunities spanning from environmental science to economic development, you can find your niche in public service and grow both professionally and personally. Embrace the chance to join our team, and you’ll not only reap a fulfilling career but also sow the seeds for a healthier, stronger New York. Position Information:The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking two Auditor 1 or Trainees to work in Albany. The Auditor 1 or Trainees will be responsible for providing general audit support to the Division and reviewing applications and conducting audits of the Farm Employer Overtime Tax Credit Program. These positions involve ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, program guidelines, verifying eligibility criteria, and maintaining the integrity of the tax credit mid-year advance and year-end claims. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:General Division Support: Assist with audits and reviews for Division programs. This includes, but is not limited to, audit planning and preparation, conducting audits, data analysis and verification, reporting and documentation, compliance and advisory, program improvement, and communication/collaboration; and assist with the claims review process and claims tracking. Audit Planning and Preparation: Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures/audit plans tailored to the Farm Employer Overtime Tax Credit Program; and review relevant documentation and historical data to understand the scope of audits.Conducting Audits: Perform thorough audits of farm employer records to verify compliance with program requirements; examine payroll records, timekeeping systems, labor contracts and related documents to ensure accuracy in overtime payments and tax credit claims; and identify and report discrepancies or non-compliance issues.Data Analysis and Verification: Analyze complex data sets relating to employee overtime and tax credits; and cross-check data from multiple sources to verify eligibility and accuracy of claims. Reporting and Documentation: Prepare detailed reports outlining audit findings, conclusions, and recommendations for corrective actions; and document the audit processes and maintain comprehensive records of audit activities and outcomes.Compliance and Advisory: Provide guidance to farm employers and/or their designated representatives regarding program requirements and best practices for compliance; and assist in developing training materials and informational resources to enhance understanding among stakeholders.Program Improvement: Identify areas for improvement within the audit process and program structure; and recommend policy and procedure changes to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.Communication and Collaboration: Collaborate with other divisions and agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to program audits; and communicate findings effectively to management, stakeholders, and external partners.Professional Development: Stay informed about changes in relevant laws and regulations affecting the program; and participate in professional development opportunities to enhance auditing skills and knowledge.The Auditor 1 or Trainee is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday. The position will be based in our Albany office located at 10B Airline Dr., Albany, NY 12235. Opportunities for telecommuting are available in accordance with the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS Minimum Qualifications: NY HELPS Qualifications: a bachelor's degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation or a bachelor's degree with 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses.Advanced Placement: If you meet the minimum qualifications and have an additional one year of experience accounting/auditing or financial internal or field auditing, where you were responsible for the full range of activities in the design and/or review, analysis and management of accounting systems, resulting in the preparation of, or recommendations on, financial statements in accord with generally accepted accounting principles, you may be appointed to the Auditor Trainee 2. This will reduce the traineeship time by one year. If you meet the minimum qualifications and have an additional two years of experience in the areas listed above, you may be appointed to the full performance title, Auditor 1, Grade 18. You must inform the hiring agency of this additional experience at the time of interview.Degree Substitution for Advanced Placement: A master's or higher degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation will substitute for one year of the required professional experience. Alternate Minimum Qualifications:You may also be eligible for appointment to this position if you meet any of the following minimum qualifications. 70.1 Transfer Qualifications to Auditor Trainee 1, NS: Applicants may be appointed to this position permanently if they have: one year of permanent, competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Such titles include but are not limited to: Accountant Aide, G-13, Budgeting Analyst Trainee 1, NS, and Financial Services Examiner Trainee 1, G-14. 70.1 Transfer Qualifications to Auditor Trainee 2, NS: Applicants may be appointed to this position permanently if they have: one year of permanent, competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Such titles include but are not limited to: Auditor Trainee 2 Tax, G-16, Senior Budgeting Analyst, G-18, and State Program Examiner Trainee 2 Fiscal, NS. 70.1 Transfer Qualifications to Auditor 1, G-18: Applicants may be appointed to this position permanently if they have: one year of permanent, competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Such titles include but are not limited to: Auditor 1 Tax, G-18, Internal Auditor 1, G-18, and Senior Accountant, G-18. Note that some titles may need to meet the special requirements in addition to time in title. 70.4 Transfer Qualifications to Auditor Trainee 1, NS: Applicants may be appointed to this position permanently if they have: one year of permanent, competitive service in a Grade 11 title or higherAND Either 1. A bachelor's or higher degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation; OR2. A bachelor's or higher degree with 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses; ANDReceived a passing score on the most recent Auditor Trainee 1 examination. Note that courses such as business law, economics, statistics, and most finance courses, although taken as part of an accounting curriculum, cannot be counted toward the 24 semester credit hours.Reinstatement Under Rule 5.4: Applicants may be appointed to this position permanently if they were previous permanent New York State employees who resigned their positions may be reinstated to their former positions, or to positions to which they were eligible for transfer or reassignment without further examination. Employees separated from their positions may be reinstated within one year of the date of their separation. Employees separated from their positions who have also been separated from state service for more than one year may be reinstated upon approval by the state Civil Service Commission. 55-b/c Qualifications: Applicants may be appointed to this position permanently if they meet these qualifications: Either 1. A bachelor's or higher degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation; OR2. A bachelor's or higher degree with 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses.Note that courses such as business law, economics, statistics, and most finance courses, although taken as part of an accounting curriculum, cannot be counted toward the 24 semester credit hours.Information about the Workers with Disabilities 55-b and the Veterans with Disabilities employment program 55-c can be found at 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov).

Additional Comments NY HELPS Program:This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.Salary:The starting salary for the Auditor Trainee 1 is $53,764/ year, and the hiring salary for the PEF salary grade (SG) 14. This position requires the completion of a two-year traineeship. After successful completion of the first year of the traineeship, the appointee will advance without further examination to the Trainee 2 level SG-16 (starting salary of $59,994). Completion of the second year of the traineeship will result in permanent advancement to the Dairy Products Specialist 1, SG-18 (starting salary of $66,951) without further examination. Candidates may be eligible for appointment directly to the Trainee 2 or full performance level. For more information, see Advanced Placement below. The full title Auditor 1 position is in the PEF Salary Grade (SG) 18. The starting salary of the PEF SG-18 is $66,951/year. The candidate appointed at the Auditor 1, SG-18 level, will be eligible to participate in the New York State Performance Evaluation Program. Through this program, employees receive yearly performance evaluations. Performance advances are payable to PEF employees whose base annual salary is below the job rate for their current position and who were rated "Satisfactory" or its equivalent on their yearly performance evaluation. Performance advance payments are added to an employee's annual salary. Over time, yearly performance advances may lead to the SG-18 job rate salary of $85,138/ year!Benefits:These are PEF-represented positions that offer excellent benefits! Benefits include but are not limited to inexpensive Health Insurance options, free dental and vision coverage, NYS Pension Plan membership, and generous paid time off. Within the first year, you are eligible for 5 days of personal time, 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 13 paid holidays! As a New York State employee, you could potentially qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)! The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your direct student loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full-time for the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets or another eligible employer.

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Name Amy Sacco

Telephone 518-457216

Fax

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street 10B Airline Drive

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12235

Notes on Applying To apply for this position, you must copy and paste the link below into your web browser. This link will lead you to our online employment application:https://recruitingbypaycor.com/career/SubmitResume.action?clientId=8a7883d07a219b0d017a53a2e3bb0f9a&id=8a7887a196888d0f0196caf08f5b5aec&specialization=Within this online application please upload your resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts.If you have any questions, please contact Amy Sacco in Human Resources at (518) 457-3216 or [email protected] Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity, and reasonable accommodations and/or modifications as necessary, for qualified persons with disabilities. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, please visit: https://agriculture.ny.gov/employment-information.