Risk Assessment Executive Financial Associate

Posting number: CS-2026-51983-03065

Department: Executive Offices

Division: EX OB BOA Aud Rsk Mgmt Div

Job classification: Executive Financial Associate

Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy

Categories: Accounting and Finance

Summary

Are you looking to jump start your career utilizing analytical and auditing skills? Do you want to use your skills to help serve the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania? If yes, then we want to hear from you! The Bureau of Audits is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented individual to assess and examine risks to evaluate within the Commonwealth. In this role, you will take part in work that supports clear planning and strong financial practices. You will join a motivated team that values learning and teamwork. Apply today and help shape financial stability across the commonwealth.

Examples of duties

This position supports statewide efforts to review financial risks and assist in the development of key audit plans. The role helps guide important decisions that influence how agencies respond to potential concerns. As a Risk Assessment Executive Financial Associate, you will perform the following duties:

• Understanding Objectives: Gain knowledge of strategic goals and performance measures for the audit organization
• Policy Awareness: Stay aware of policies, activities, and resource use within the Bureau of Audits to support its mission
• Risk Assessment Support: Assist the Audit Manager in facilitating risk assessments and evaluating multi agency processes
• Analytical Review: Apply data mining and analytical methods to identify patterns, trends, and irregularities using audit tools
• Communication: Share progress updates with the Audit Manager and discuss any issues that arise
• Collaboration: Support teamwork by exchanging knowledge with colleagues

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Alternate Work Schedule available upon completion of probationary period
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time, with occasional in-office days when work dictates such requirements. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via the email address used on the application. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years as an Accounting Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) and completion of 21 college credits in accounting and an additional 3 credits in finance or accounting; or
• Two years as a Fiscal Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) and completion of 21 college credits in accounting and an additional 3 credits in finance or accounting; or
• A bachelor’s degree including 21 credits in accounting and an additional 3 credits in finance or accounting; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 21 college credits in accounting and an additional 3 credits in finance or accounting. 
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 6 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credit.