The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Education - Agency 13 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $30.979 Job Posting: JR2026-00030500 Internal Controls & Audit Specialist (Administrative Specialist II) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 11-27-2026 Job Description: This is a new position that will centralize the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) reporting for our agency, coordinate external audit activities, and strengthen internal controls to support audit readiness across the agency. The hiring team is looking for candidates who are detail oriented, have a continuous improvement mindset, and able to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders. If you enjoy formalizing processes, streamlining work, and creating efficiencies, this could be a great fit! **The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.** Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE. Pay Grade 7: $30.979/hour This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate. Teammates Enjoy In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes well over $20,000 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement 79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more! Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types 156% state-matched retirement (yes, that’s $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% return Thirteen paid holidays per year Essential Functions Examines policies, procedures, transactions, and workflow processes to evaluate risk-based control and compliance reviews, and shares results and makes recommendations to office leadership. Serves as liaison for state and federal auditors, prepares responses, and reports to audit questions. Maintains centralized tracking system for external audit findings, review recommendations, and corrective action plans. Follow up to determine if corrective steps address identified conditions, and report unresolved actions to leadership. Completes agency-wide Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) reporting within applicable timelines. Corrects reporting errors, maintains supporting documentation, and provides guidance related to source information. Maintains regular & reliable attendance, travels independently, and works in a variety of settings. Working Conditions and Travel: This position requires approximately 95% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 5% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as conferences, meetings, or training opportunities. There is also approximately one day of overnight travel per month. Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and\or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in accounting or related field and two years of experience conducting audits, compliance, fiscal, or internal control reviews. If you have any questions about this posting or working at NDE, please email us at [email protected]. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/ Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. Once you've had the opportunity to explore our current open positions, apply for those of interest to you. Click here for a video tutorial. Contact [email protected] for additional support. Check back on your candidate profile to see the status of your submitted applications, as well as any new postings that might interest you! Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters!

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