Financial Audit Analyst

“On

On Monday morning, I have an urgent meeting with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment regarding the

accountability for the NOW subsidy (€26 billion). In the afternoon, I walk

with a group of colleagues to downtown The Hague for a lunch date. On

On Tuesday, I’ll be in the dealing room at the General Treasury Agency (Ministry

(Department of the Treasury) to follow the issuance process of a government bond in real time

(totaling €6 billion). Conducting risk-based audits and investigations of billions to determine whether

ministries have their foundations in order. Through my work, I contribute to a

better government and ensure that tax dollars are spent responsibly

be spent. Working at the Court of Auditors offers me plenty of

perspective and challenge. I find great fulfillment in my role in society

"that I am privileged to fulfill." – [A glimpse into Sjaahien Kalloe-Guman's workweek –

Researcher, Financial Audit, at the Court of Auditors].

Would you like to join Sjaahien in helping to build a frugal, sensible, and responsible government? Then read on!

What will you be doing?

The

The Court of Auditors investigates a wide variety of

issues that affect the functioning and performance of the government. As

As a (senior) Financial Audit researcher, you will perform audit work at

various branches of the federal government.

You assess whether the financial transactions of ministries and

government agencies are in line with their expenditures and revenues

of the government as listed in the government’s financial statements. In short: research

with an impact on the functioning and performance of the government.

You

checks whether the expenditures and revenues were incurred lawfully. It also

you use operational audits to verify whether the ministries are ensuring sound (financial)

management of the departmental organization and for the implementation of the

policy objectives. In addition, you will apply your expertise in the field of finance

audit in the broad sense within the Court of Auditors. In this role, you will work with

colleagues in other areas of expertise in audits conducted by the Court of Auditors

By doing this, you’ll help improve the audit process and provide

contribute to presentations, discussions, and workshops that advance the objectives of

support the Court of Auditors.

At

In your research work, you apply your knowledge and skills in a professional manner.

Through innovative ideas, a commitment to quality, and a sense of dedication

in public administration. And with a keen sense of current developments and the

the political sensitivity of the issue.

Who are we looking for?

• You are a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or a Certified Operational Accountant

  Auditor (RO) with financial audit experience.

• You have experience with IT audits,

  operations and finance, preferably within the federal government.

• You have an affinity for and are motivated to work

  involving data analysis and/or a review of internal audit work.

• You have strong analytical skills and can quickly get to the

  get to the heart of the matter.

• You have strong writing skills and you

  expresses yourself clearly and concisely when speaking.

Terms of Employment

• Salary level: Grade 12 or 13
• Monthly salary: Min. €4,214.85 – max.

  € 6.989,80

• Employment: One-year contract with

  prospect of a permanent position

• Minimum number of hours

  per week: 32

• Maximum number of hours

  per week: 36

Other

terms of employment

In addition to

In addition to your salary, you will receive an Individual Choice Budget (ICB). The ICB consists of

money (16.37% of your gross annual salary) and time. With the IKB, you make the choices

that suit you, and you can customize some of your employment terms yourself

put together. For example, you can choose to include part of your

have your monthly income paid out whenever you want. You can also use this budget

convert to leave and vice versa, or donate to tax-deductible causes. The

The Dutch government is strongly committed to personal growth and career development, and

offers numerous opportunities in this regard. Among the benefits

These include various study facilities, corporate fitness, and full

Reimbursement of your public transportation commuting expenses and partial pay

parental leave.

To

If you want to further your professional development, we offer a variety of

take training programs. Participation in international projects, both

both within and outside Europe, working at the Court of Auditors offers an added

aspect. We also strive to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

In addition

we provide an intensive onboarding program and an internal learning circle with

other new colleagues. In this learning circle, which is organized by more

experienced colleagues, you and your colleagues will, during the first year after the

For several days after you start work, we will gather to share your knowledge of the General

Expand the Audit Office. This will help you quickly build your own network within our

organization.

More about your

future department

The

The team is led by a research director and consists of thirty full-time staff members

researchers (financial and IT auditors) and five project managers. You will be

trained on the job through a mentor and buddy system.

We

answer two key questions in the accountability review:

1. Was the money collected and spent in accordance with the rules during the fiscal year?
2. Are things well organized at the ministries?

We

examine the financial and non-financial information and business operations of

ministries based on a risk-based audit approach. In our work, we

We rely on the findings of the internal auditor, the Central Government Audit Service. The

The basis for our audit work is

the collection of international standards for auditors and audit offices, the

ISSAIs.

About the General

Court of Auditors

We

examine whether the federal government manages public funds in a sensible, economical, and prudent manner

money. It is our legal duty to oversee the government’s revenues and expenditures

check. On Accountability Day, the third Wednesday in May, we report

report our findings to Parliament. Based on our assessment, it may

Parliament will then decide whether to give the cabinet the green light. In addition, we will

publish reports on investigations into ministers' policies. This is how we help

Members of Congress will determine whether that policy is effective.

What we think

Is that important?

We

are a research organization. Innovations, the application of new

audit methods and techniques, such as data analysis

and communication about this is therefore a top priority for us. This

we put this into practice by helping our own employees grow in expertise and

role, by bringing in new knowledge and talent on a flexible basis

to secure their loyalty early on. This is embedded in our HR strategy and our

multi-year workforce planning.

About the

Culture at the Court of Auditors

The

The Court of Audit promotes an inclusive culture in which all employees

be an active part of our organization. A place where you can be yourself and where you

feel free to express your opinion. We are convinced that with a

A diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, and knowledge leads to a better organization

We promote working in diverse teams and an inclusive

leadership skills.

Information

If you have any questions regarding the job posting, please contact Miranda Pirkovski,

the director (06-11925133) or Corné Ros, project manager (06-52810481).

If you have any questions about the procedure, please contact our

HR Advisor Cindy van Straalen (06-27896925).

Interested in applying?

Email

Please send your cover letter and resume to werving@rekenkamer.nl. Please include the

Job Opening #23

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A case-based assessment may be part of the hiring process.

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See also https://www.rekenkamer.nl/over-de-algemene-rekenkamer/werken-bij