AUDIT SERVICES SPECIALIST:

($77,864 - $91,605 Annually)

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager, Audit Services, the Audit Services Specialist provides audit and investigative services that promote economy, efficiency, and integrity in the administration of BC Housing’s subsidy programs. He/She/They is responsible for conducting complex tenant income verification audits using in-depth auditing and analytical techniques to investigate and detect fraud. The position conducts audits to ensure tenants, housing providers and BC Housing staff are in compliance with policies, procedures and programs administered by BC Housing. Programs audited may be new and/or result from a shifting emphasis on existing programs. The programs may interrelate extensively with several other major programs, or cross organizational or regional lines, which would require coordination in planning and execution among the various programs and departments. Audit recommendations and outcomes may result in cost savings, program improvement and program/organizational re-alignment. 

In accordance with the Audit Charter and Auditing Standards, the Audit Services Specialist must maintain objectivity and independence, in fact and in appearance, when detecting and deterring fraud in income verification audits, internal audits and special reviews involving BC Housing, Housing Providers and tenants. The Audit Services Specialist provides quality assurance and has access to confidential and highly sensitive information. The position evaluates housing provider and BC Housing staff compliance with BC Housing administered policies, procedures, programs, processes, and/or operating agreements.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field. 
• Sound related experience in areas such as compliance auditing, monitoring and investigating financial information, income testing, subsidy or taxation review.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Sound knowledge of auditing standards and procedures required in a public sector financial, administrative and systems environment.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the legislation, policies and programs of BC Housing is preferred, particularly those affecting tenants and housing providers. 
• Sound knowledge of income tax rules, income tax returns and supporting tax schedules to audit tenant income and asset declarations.
• Sound knowledge in accessing and comprehension of several government agency information databases such as BC Online and TransUnion.
• Ability to perform income verification procedures on tenants and report on findings.
• Ability to effectively communicate with tenants in a social housing environment.  
• Ability to review basic financial statements and perform reconciliation of financial records, complete income verification audits and report on findings.
• Ability to coordinate work with others, adapt to changing priorities and complete projects in accordance with tight timelines.
• Ability to use sound judgment and identify improvements in policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Ability to work with personnel of varying skill levels and backgrounds within and outside the organization.
• Ability to multi-task with efficiently.
• Ability to travel throughout the province to conduct audits and special reviews, if required.
• Good analytical, problem solving, organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, relationship management, public speaking and presentation skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, ability to deal with clients using diplomacy and tact.
• Proficient in the use of computers and MS Office, and ability to adapt quickly to in-house applications.
• A Criminal Record Check is required.

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact  to arrange a call. 

How to Apply:

Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies.  To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position.  This information will be used as part of the selection process.

Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.

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Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org/careers

At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference.  We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

We didn’t become one of BC’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.

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