Senior Internal Audit Lead

State of Tennessee; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Tennessee is seeking an Auditor 4 in Nashville to lead internal audits across facilities, TDOC Central Office, and regional sites. You will develop and update audit programs, review policies, and ensure audits meet regulatory standards.

You will supervise teams, prepare narratives and reports, and communicate findings to senior leadership. A strong background in accounting, auditing, and supervisory roles is required, with a thorough understanding of state regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or CPA with five or more years of professional auditing experience.
• Alternative: degree with 36 credit hours in accounting plus five years of auditing experience.
• CPA with Tennessee license and four+ years of auditing experience.

Responsibilities

• Assigns, trains, and supervises audit teams for financial, compliance, and operational audits.
• Supervises financial audits of state departments and agencies for accuracy and compliance.
• Oversees operational/program audits to evaluate efficiency and effectiveness.
• Prepares audit narratives, work papers, and supporting documentation; ensures accuracy and compliance.
• Maintains contacts with officials to resolve audit findings and explain regulations.
• Provides technical guidance to auditors on audit procedures and regulations interpretation.
• May supervise special studies or investigations at department heads’ request.

Skills

Auditing

Supervisory experience

Policy analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Job description

The State of Tennessee is seeking an Auditor 4 in Nashville to lead internal audits across facilities, TDOC Central Office, and regional sites. You will develop and update audit programs, review policies, and ensure audits meet regulatory standards.

You will supervise teams, prepare narratives and reports, and communicate findings to senior leadership. A strong background in accounting, auditing, and supervisory roles is required, with a thorough understanding of state regulations.