Job Abstract

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Amtrak OIG is not a Federal agency. Our employment opportunities are not federal jobs.

*** Please note - this position may be located in Washington, DC, Chicago, IL or Philadelphia, PA

Join with the Inspector General to help make America’s railroad operate more efficiently and effectively. Our team provides independent oversight of Amtrak’s programs and operations and works diligently to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse by Amtrak employees, contractors, or vendors. This work not only helps to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Amtrak, but it also informs decision-making by Amtrak’s Board of Directors, Amtrak management, and Congress. We employ a diverse team of auditors, special agents, analysts, forensic examiners, lawyers, and support staff to complete our exciting mission. Join us as we continue toward our goal of building a model OIG centered on independence, teamwork, diversity, work-life balance, and oversight that makes a difference!

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Sr Auditor/Sr Auditor Lead works as part of a team or assists the Audit Manager in leading a multidisciplinary team conducting independent, objective GAGAS compliant performance, or financial audits of Amtrak programs and operations in a dynamic office environment. These audits include assessments of the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of the Amtrak programs and operations; adequacy of internal controls; and compliance with laws, regulations, policies, contracts and/or grants. The incumbent serves as a fully functioning member of an audit team in audits of medium to high complexity. This includes responsibility audit design, data collection and analysis, message development and the drafting of segments of products that are technically complete and appropriately targeted to the audience. Assists junior members of the team when necessary and may serve as a technical expert for those less experienced members of the team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, or assists in planning new engagements by submitting annual audit plan suggestions that support the OIG strategic plan.
• Develops audit program for assigned area that addresses the audit objectives and provides a clear path for developing convincing findings and actionable recommendations.
• Can function as a team leader in the collection and analysis of data; ensures that evidence collected is reliable, sufficient, relevant and properly documented in the project work papers; and complies with GAGAS and Amtrak OIG’s policies and procedures.
• Develops well supported findings that are actionable and cost-effective.
• Integrates the results of team members’ work and analyses into findings, conclusions and recommendations to be presented in audit reports, briefings and other related products.
• Drafts products, such as briefings, message outlines meeting documents, reports, testimonies, and/or fact sheets; and ensures all products are clear, convincing, accurate and complete.
• Keeps Audit management informed of the progress of the project and any matters that may affect timely completion of engagements. Handles most issues personally only elevating those that need the direct attention of management.
• Provides coaching, guidance and technical expertise to junior members to promote their professional development.
• Develops productive working relationships with internal and external parties, fosters teamwork, collaboration and coordination.
• Contributes ideas and time to initiatives to improve audit processes, staff development, the office environment, and other key areas.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in in Business Management, Public Administration, Public Policy or related field preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 1 relevant experience that included conducting performance audits/analyses of programs and operations.
• Must have good analytical abilities.
• Must have effective written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to establish effective working relationships with auditee’s management.
• Must be able to multi-task with attention to detail.
• Must have an understanding of and be able to apply GAGAS.
• Must have experience using audit work paper management systems, preferably Teammate.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in Business Management, Public Administration, Public Policy or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE).
• Familiarity with the accountability community (e.g., OIG, GAO).
• Familiarity with passenger rail operations and/or transportation operations.

COMPENSATION: 

The hiring salary range the Sr Auditor/Sr Auditor Lead is $88,389 - $119,325. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, internal equity, etc.  In addition to your salary, Amtrak OIG offers a flexible hybrid work schedule and comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:161613
Posting Location(s):District of Columbia
Job Family/Function:Government Affairs 
Relocation Offered:No 
Travel Requirements:Up to 25% 
 

You power our progress through your performance.
 

We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions. 

Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen. 

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.  

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses. 

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an EOE/Affirmative Action Minority/Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of race/color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin/ethnicity, age, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.