OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT
Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
P.O. Box 5153 CHRB, Saipan, MP 96950

EXAMINATION ANNOUNCEMENT NO.: 09-011

OPENING DATE: 02/03/09

CLOSING DATE: Continuous

This examination is for the purpose of developing an Open Competitive and Promotional Eligible list. It is the policy of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands that the personnel system shall be applied and administered according to the principle of equal opportunity for all citizens and nationals as defined by the Northern Marianas Commonwealth Constitution regardless of age, race, sex, religion, political affiliation or belief, marital status, handicap or place of origin.

POSITION: Senior Auditor (3 Positions) PL-UNGRADED 

SALARY: $37,000 to $46,000 P/A 

The salary given will be determined by the qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION: Office of the Public Auditor (OPA), Saipan 

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans and executes assigned financial, operational, compliance audits and other engagements.
• Leads other audit staff on a project basis or as requested.
• Conducts various audit assignments and special audit projects to a conclusion.
• Conducts preliminary surveys, prepares audit programs and determines audit procedures to be used.
• Prepares and organizes supporting documentation for audits, e.g., work papers and schedules for project under review.
• Recommends methods for obtaining, analyzing and evaluating evidentiary data.
• Determines ability to objectively measure adequacy and effectiveness of systems or controls audited.
• Establishes audit objectives, budgeted hours, and targeted completion dates.
• Monitors projects in progress for adherence to project objectives, schedules, deadlines, etc.
• Reviews audit work papers and reports to ensure standards are met.
• Advises supervisor on progress of projects.
• Identifies deficiencies and recommends corrective action to strengthen controls, improve operations and reduce costs.
• Prepares formal written reports expressing opinions on the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of procedures.
• Discusses recommendations with management and appraises the adequacy of subsequent action taken to improve deficient conditions.
• Maintains effective working relations with all levels of management.
• Reviews the work of staff assigned on a project basis for sufficiency of scope and adequacy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; or Non-Accounting Bachelor’s Degree, plus 6 years audit or accounting experience.
• Copy of degree/official transcript and police clearance must be attached to the application.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles and practices and auditing procedures and techniques. General knowledge of fund accounting. Understanding of automated accounting systems and computer operations.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Preferred - 6 years experience.
• Preferred - Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

CONDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position is “EXEMPT”; is not eligible to receive overtime payment for overtime hours performed pursuant to Part IV.B16 of the Personnel Service System Rules and Regulation (PSSR/R), Part 1.7C of the Excepted Service Regulation (ESR) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). 

NOTE TO APPLICANT:

Education and training claimed under item 19(A) through (G) of the Application for Employment must be substantiated by an official school transcript, diploma, or certificate. FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WILL RESULT IN AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.

INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD SEND THEIR CURRENT APPLICATION FORMS TO:

Office of Personnel Management
J.M. Building, Garapan
Saipan, MP 96950

Office of Personnel Management
Songsong Village
Rota, MP 96951

Office of Personnel Management
San Jose Village
Tinian, MP 96952

JOB LINE IS AVAILABLE 24 HRS A DAY. PLEASE CALL 670-233-1606.