Audit Manager - Performance Audit Division

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; CAD 138,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State pension plan

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

The State of North Carolina Office of the State Auditor is seeking an Audit Manager to help lead the Performance Audit Division. This exempt, policy-making role involves overseeing a team of auditors, planning and evaluating work, and mentoring staff to develop expertise.

It also requires independent decision-making and drafting key audit reports for senior management review. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree with accounting coursework and at least five years in auditing or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 12 semester hours in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and 5 years of auditing/accounting or program evaluation experience, including at least 1 year as an audit lead or supervisor.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform managerial and oversight functions over a Performance Audit Team
• Plan, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate the work of audit staff
• Assist in establishing the long-term and short-term goals of the Performance Audit Division
• Mentor in the training and development of audit staff
• Exercise a high level of independent decision-making
• Draft and review audit reports for senior management review

Skills

Supervisory skills

Strategic planning

Vision & mission development

Employee development

Education

Accounting degree with 12 semester hours

Job description

Agency

Office of the State Auditor

Division

Administration

Job Classification Title

Assistant State Audit Supervisor (NS)

Position Number

65043964

Grade

NC23

About Us

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is your fiscal watchdog. We audit more than $100 billion in state assets and liabilities each year, bringing transparency to local, state, and federal government. Our reports and findings include recommendations that result in good government reforms. OSA thoroughly investigates alleged cases of fraud, waste, and abuse of taxpayer dollars, working with law enforcement on prosecution when warranted.

Description of Work

This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking an Audit Manager to help lead our Performance Audit Division. This position involves conducting advanced and specialized audit work, which includes managerial and supervisory duties.

As part of our team, you will get to:

• Perform managerial and oversight functions over a Performance Audit Team
• Plan, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate the work of audit staff
• Assist in establishing the long-term and short-term goals of the Performance Audit Division
• Mentor in the training and development of audit staff
• Exercise a high level of independent decision-making
• Draft and review audit reports for senior management review

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $100,000 - $130,000

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates considerable knowledge of supervisory practices and skills in supervising others, along with having a basic knowledge of strategic planning
• Ability to develop and implement the agency’s vision and mission, along being able to develop professional working relationships both internally and externally
• Ability to facilitate employee development by providing guidance and feedback

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits including:

• Work-Life Balance:
• Enrollment in the state’s pension plan and options for additional supplemental savings
• If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

A bachelor’s degree with 12 semester hours in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and 5 years of experience in auditing/accounting or program evaluation, one of which must have been functioning as an audit lead or supervisor

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

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