External Auditor 2 (PN 20013683)

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 51.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ohio Department of Health is seeking a dedicated auditor to ensure proper use of public funds and compliance with federal and state regulations. You will oversee financial and performance audits, review grant-funded programs, and help strengthen accountability across public health initiatives.

The role requires strong auditing experience, attention to detail, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The position is based in Columbus with standard hours and an hourly compensation structure.

Formación

• 4+ years in auditing or accounting; must include 2 years auditing per standards or policy.
• Undergraduate coursework in accounting, business administration, computer science or related field AND 24 months auditing or accounting experience; 12 months as External Auditor.
• Experience with grant administration and contracts is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct financial and compliance audits independently or as part of a team to verify adherence to federal/state requirements and agency policies.
• Review audit reports for grant-funded programs; follow up on findings and coordinate resolution.
• Evaluate internal controls and perform risk assessments to identify deficiencies and determine monitoring actions.
• Review grant programs for compliance and participate in related review meetings.
• Assist in developing audit guidelines, checklists and questionnaires; stay updated on legislative changes affecting audits.
• Provide technical assistance on audit requirements; collaborate with staff to plan training and lead audit teams when needed.

Conocimientos

Auditing

Descripción del empleo

Organization: Health

Work Location: 246 North High Street, 1st Floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215
United States

Compensation: $31.47 per hour

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: Mon - Fri; 8:00am - 5:00pm

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Auditing

Expires on Nov 3rd, 2026

Who We Are

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

The Office of Financial Affairs assists in the establishment of Ohio Department of Health's (ODH) long- and short-range fiscal goals and objectives. The office provides the agency with the overall fiscal administration support through its various unit operations including accounting, purchasing, budgeting and grants administration. The office oversees the department's Compliance and Accountability Unit and biennial budget process; provides technical assistance to agency decision makers and provides daily monitoring and analysis of agency spending trends.

What You’ll Do

Join a team responsible for ensuring public funds are managed responsibly and in compliance with federal and state regulations. This role offers the opportunity to conduct audits, evaluate financial and operational controls, collaborate with stakeholders and help strengthen accountability across public health programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct financial and compliance audits independently or as part of a team to evaluate compliance with federal and state requirements and agency policies.
• Review audit reports for organizations receiving Ohio Department of Health grant funding, follow up on audit findings, and coordinate resolution of outstanding reports.
• Evaluate internal controls and complete risk assessments to identify potential deficiencies and determine appropriate monitoring.
• Review assigned grant programs for compliance and participate in related review meetings.
• Research legislative and regulatory changes affecting audit requirements and assist in developing audit guidelines, checklists and questionnaires.
• Provide technical assistance to internal and external partners on audit requirements and program procedures.
• Collaborate with audit staff to plan and deliver training and serve as an audit team leader when assigned.

Additional Information

Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This is an hourly position, with a pay range of 32 on the OCSEAPay Range Schedule.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 32, Step 1 of the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule ($31.47 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($32.84 per hour) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Educational Transcript Requirements

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS & Optional Deferred Compensation Ohio Deferred Compensation

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Position Qualifications

• 4 yrs. exp. in auditing or accounting which must have included 2 yrs. auditing exp. in accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies &/or procedures as specified on agency position description.
• Completion of undergraduate core coursework in accounting, business administration, computer science or related field AND 24 mos. exp. in auditing or accounting which must have included 12 mos. auditing exp. in accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies &/or procedures as specified on agency position description.
• 12 mos. exp. as External Auditor 1, 66461.
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Applications meeting the minimum qualifications will be further reviewed against the preferred criteria below, which must be clearly demonstrated within the application:

• Undergraduate or advanced degree in accounting, business administration, computer science or related field
• Experience with auditing (e.g., performance audits, financial audits and/or compliance audits)
• Experience producing audit and/or monitoring reports (e.g., financials)
• Experience with providing technical assistance regarding agency or organizations internal control environment and audit procedures
• Experience with computer software or systems (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, QuickBooks or other accounting systems)
• Experience working with grant administration and/or contracts

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.

Job Skills: Auditing

Technical Skills: Accounting and Finance, Auditing, Customer Service, Compliance Enforcement

Professional Skills: Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Analyzation

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.