Senior Auditor - Performance Audit Division

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; CAD 124,000 - 138,000; Full time

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Job summary

Office of the State Auditor in North Carolina seeks a Senior Auditor to join the Performance Audit Division. The role focuses on audits that strengthen accountability, and enhance transparency of state programs. You will plan, conduct, and document audits across agencies, universities, nonprofits, and contractors.

Responsibilities include communicating with auditees and legislators, performing on‑site fieldwork, and guiding junior auditors. Exempt policy‑making and at‑will appointment apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and apply GAAP/GAS standards.
• Ability to develop work plans and apply sampling techniques.
• Identify issues and propose solutions.
• Mentor lower‑level auditors and provide technical guidance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct audits across state programs and entities.
• Speak with auditees, agency leadership, and legislators.
• Conduct on‑site fieldwork to gather information and assess risk.
• Document audit results, findings, and recommendations.
• Guide less experienced auditors during audits.

Skills

GAAS/GAGAS Standards

Audit planning

Sampling techniques

Mentoring teammates

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

Agency

Office of the State Auditor

Division

Administration

Job Classification Title

Assistant State Auditor III (S)

Position Number

65043976

Grade

NC21

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 a Senior Auditor to serve on our Performance Audit Division. This position will contribute to the completion of audits that improve performance, strengthen accountability, and enhance transparency of North Carolina state government programs.

As part of our team, you will get to:

• Plan and conduct audits ranging from a range of topics and programs for entities that include state agencies, universities, community colleges, licensing boards, non-profits, and private companies that contract with the state
• Speak with auditees, agency management, and legislators to understand the programs being audited
• Conduct on-site fieldwork to gather information, determine risk impacting the auditee, and to identify processes and controls that mitigate program risks
• Document the results of audit work, including potential findings and recommendations
• Help guide auditors during audits that hold less experience

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Competencies

• Ability to interpret and apply knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, technical and professional standards, such as Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards

• Ability to develop and follow work plans, apply sampling techniques, design test procedures, and assist others in design

• Ability to identify reportable issues and underlying problems, in order to propose solutions

• Serve as an example for other team members in a manner by which tasks are completed, open to feedback and suggestions for improvement, and assists in technical supervision/development of lower-level auditors

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

OSA is the state’s Fiscal Watchdog. We hold state government and entities that receive public money accountable, working on behalf of North Carolinians to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.

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

• Work-Life Balance:

• 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

• An opportunity to work with a team of professionals to make a difference in state government

• 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

• The Office of the State Auditor uses the Merit-Based Recruitment & Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) with highly qualified individuals.

• In order to receive credit for work history and credential you must complete the online application completely. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit.

• You can attach resumes, cover letters, reference information as supplemental information, but this will NOT be used in lieu of a completed state application.

• If you have earned a foreign degree, an official evaluation for United States equivalency is required and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification purposes.

• Reference checks will be performed on all top finalists.

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

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 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.