Senior Auditor - Division of Accountability, Value, and Efficiency (DAVE)

Office of the State Auditor; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Generous paid time off

State pension plan

Job summary

Office of the State Auditor in Raleigh, North Carolina, seeks an analytical Assistant State Auditor III (NS) to join the Division of Accountability, Value, and Efficiency. The role focuses on public policy analysis, program evaluation, and data-driven audits designed to improve transparency and accountability in state government.

The position requires evaluating government programs for effectiveness, applying Yellow Book standards, and communicating with auditees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 12 semester hours in accounting and 3 years auditing or program evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Plan meetings with auditees to discuss audit scope, potential findings, and what would benefit decision-makers.
• Aid in designing audit procedures tailored to each project.
• Develop the report findings, provide context with data analytics and visualization.
• Serve as a technical resource offering day-to-day supervision and guidance to staff.

Skills

Program evaluation

Public policy

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree with accounting credits

Job description

Agency Division Job Classification Title

Assistant State Auditor III (NS)

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

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 is seeking a skeptical, innovative, and motivated analyst who is familiar with public policy, program evaluation, and research methods. This position gives you the opportunity to keep state government accountable by increasing transparency, efficiency, and accountability. Job requires flexible problem-solving and willingness to continually learn. This position is within the Division of Accountability, Value, and Efficiency, a cross-function division that provides independent, objective, and relevant audits using program evaluation standards, data analytics, and investigative practices. The division was created under Session Law 2025-89 as a special task forced assigned to tackle some of the most pressing issues in North Carolina state government operations. The performance audits and special reports released by the division offer actionable insights and vital information to decision-makers in state government. These reports aim to highlight problems and offer tangible solutions to the public, program leadership, and elected officials.

As part of our team, you will get to:

• Plan meetings with auditees to discuss audit scope, potential findings of interest, and what would make the audit most beneficial to the decision-makers involved
• Aid in designing audit procedures that uniquely catered to the project assigned
• Develop the report findings, provide additional context within DAVE Division reports through the use of data analytics, visualization, and communication
• Serve as a technical resource to the audit team and will be responsible for providing day-to-day supervision and guidance to other staff members on audit assignments

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to evaluate government programs for effectiveness
• Ability to utilize Yellow Book standards (GAGAS) to meet audit compliance requirements
• Can communicate professionally with state government entities and other auditees

Salary Range

$90,000 - $100,000

Work Schedule

Full-time (40 hours per week)

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: 40-hour work week with flexible schedule options and the ability to earn compensatory time off
• Generous paid time off each year, including: 12 paid holidays per year, 1 paid personal observance leave day, At least 14 vacation days accrued per year (increase with years of service), 12 paid sick days accrued per year, 24 hours paid community service leave, Competitive pay and affordable health insurance options, NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator, 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, Supplemental and Contact Information

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Office of the State Auditor is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application. It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the Office of the State Auditor that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). Office of the State Auditor is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas at this time. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), Office of the State Auditor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact: Office of the State Auditor (OSA) Division of Human Resources Email: [e-mail]

Minimum Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree with 12 semester hours in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and 3 years of experience in auditing/accounting or program evaluation 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.

Recruiter Information

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.