Director Audit Services

Description

Duties Description

Under the supervision of the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) General Counsel, the Director of Audit Services provides management and oversight of the Bureau of Audit Services. Audits and reviews of not-for-profit corporations that provide OASAS services, including focused financial reviews, investigations of allegations of fiscal impropriety, monitoring fiscal viability of agencies, and evaluations of internal controls and corporate governance, which may be based on referrals from internal and external entities, and results in providing direction and guidance to voluntary providers and government entities to ensure that fiduciary responsibilities are met, and that deficiencies are addressed, and that risks are properly mitigated so as to protect assets, ensure appropriate use of federal and State provided resources, and provide a solid and stable operational foundation to serve individuals with or at risk of addiction. Information obtained through these activities enables executive management to make informed decisions regarding the fiscal affairs of the providers in the OASAS service system. Internal Audits assess OASAS state operations to address issues identified by quantitative risk assessments and in response to issues raised by executive management, external control organizations, and complaints received from outside stakeholders. Internal audits are conducted in accordance with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF). Internal Controls provides internal control and risk management coverage and consulting services for state-operated functions. It also provides statewide supervision of all audits, investigations, or any other reviews of OASAS performed by state or federal agencies (e.g., New York State Office of the State Comptroller, New York State Office of Medicaid Inspector General, New York State Attorney General’s Office of Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, New York State Office of the State Inspector General, United States Office of the Inspector General, SAMHSA Office of the Inspector General, and others.).

Responsibilities

The Director of Audit Services provides leadership and direction to the Bureau of Audit Services, with duties and responsibilities including but not limited to the following:

• Direct strategic planning for audit activities, including development of annual audit plans, allocation of resources necessary to meet both planned activities and ad hoc requests for auditing services, and monitoring of corrective action plans, that are compliant with federal mandates and utilizes a risk-assessment and prioritization procedure.
• Manage and oversee all activities of Audit Services staff. This includes approval of audit protocols and programs, providing direction and guidance on audit priorities and technical issues, and the review and approval of draft and final reports.
• Provide technical and policy direction on critical projects involving complex fieldwork, fiscal mismanagement or governance concerns.
• Provide regular and ongoing communication with OASAS management regarding Audit Services activities, significant findings, and corrective action plans.
• Coordinate efforts with other OASAS divisions to monitor not-for-profit agencies and government entities with elevated risk ratings, questionable fiscal viability, or other governance concerns.
• Serve as primary signatory on all OASAS audit reports and letters conveying the imposition of sanctions and recoveries based on non-compliance with OASAS fiscal standards.
• Lead design, development, and implementation of new audit products as needed.
• Review agency programs, functions, and systems for adequacy and effectiveness.
• Ensure all required internal control certifications are completed timely and properly supported.
• Coordinate activities for external audits, such as OSC audits of OASAS, including assisting with requests for interviews or documentation, and developing responses in collaboration with program areas to any external audit findings and recommendations.
• Direct and oversee the development of follow-up activities to determine whether audit recommendations have been implemented or appropriately addressed.
• Direct and oversee the development and tracking of reporting metrics for executive management.
• Direct and oversee the coordination of audit-related referrals to external oversight entities including the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Inspector General, OMIG, and DOB.
• Ensure ongoing communication, coordination and planning of OASAS' audit activities with appropriate external entities, as well as internal OASAS’ Divisions.
• Ensure that Audit Services managers are familiar with and aware of legislative issues; new regulations, policies and emerging issues affecting the OASAS service system; audit trends and changes to audit standards; and internal control guidelines.
• Oversee Audit Services activities designed to support professional development (i.e. professional certifications and annual continuing professional education hours).
• Oversee the audit and review of internal control practices to ensure that employees, supervisors, and responsible program managers follow established protocols, procedures, policies, and best practices and to ensure that issues arising from the implementation and application of these requirements appropriately mitigate risks and may be reasonably and effectively implemented to protect State assets and property.
• Perform other audit-related duties as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Eleven years of specialized experience in internal audits, external audits, internal controls, and/or fiscal and programmatic reviews. At least two years of specialized experience must have been at a managerial level. Associate degree may substitute for two years of specialized experience; bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of specialized experience; master’s degree may substitute for five years of specialized experience; J.D. may substitute for six years of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for seven years of specialized experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certifications, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Experience conducting financial investigations.

Extensive knowledge of auditing standards and experience in their application.

Extensive knowledge of accounting standards and experience in their application.

Extensive knowledge of not-for-profit corporations and government operations.

Experience with the Consolidated Fiscal Reporting System.

Additional Comments

Please note that the location of this position is as follows:

NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports

1450 Western Avenue, Albany, NY 12203

OASAS recognizes the value that different people, perspectives and cultures bring to the agency. We strive to create an inclusive culture that uplifts and supports our staff, fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace. Individuals with lived substance use and/or gambling experience are encouraged to apply.

New York State OASAS is an equal opportunity employer and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national original, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, ability, or any other protected class. OASAS encourages people with disabilities to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or hiring process, please reach out to Accessibility@oasas.ny.gov.