Staff Auditor I

State-of-Maine; Augusta (ME); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is hiring a Staff Auditor I in Augusta, Maine. This full-time role supports MaineCare providers and community agencies, performing financial and compliance audits under supervision.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years of accounting/auditing or a relevant degree with CPA eligibility, and a willingness to grow expertise in Medicare, Medicaid, and federal grants. Partial telework is allowed with management approval.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of practical, progressively responsible accounting or auditing experience at the professional level.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Meet the requirements to sit for the CPA Examination (150 credit hours with required accounting/auditing coursework).

Responsibilities

• Perform professional audit work under direction of senior auditors on MaineCare Providers and Community Agencies.
• Complete financial and/or compliance audits for conformance to laws, rules, regulations and standards.
• Grow knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and Federal grants through on-the-job experience.

Skills

Accounting experience

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

CPA eligibility requirements (150 credit hours, state board criteria)

Job description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State..Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)Opening Date: September 24, 2026Closing Date: October 7, 2026Job Class Code: 0771Grade: 22 (Prof. & Tech. Svcs.)Salary: $50,523.20 - $70,512.00 per year**This is inclusive of a 2.50% recruitment and retention stipendPosition Number: 02000-3265Location: AugustaThis is a full-time position located in Augusta, Maine that allows for partial telework with management approval.Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.Core Responsibilities:As a Staff Auditor I you will:• Perform professional audit work under direction of senior auditors on MaineCare Providers and Community Agencies who receive state and federal funds through contracts with DHHS.• Complete financial and/or compliance audits for conformance to established laws, rules, regulations and standards.• Have opportunities to grow personally and professionally as you acquire knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and Federal grants.Minimum Qualifications:To qualify, you must have:• Six (6) years of practical, progressively responsible accounting or auditing experience at the professional level, or• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field or• Meet the requirements to sit for the Certified Public Accountant’s Examination (at least 150 semester hours of education, including a minimum 4-year baccalaureate or higher degree conferred by a college or university acceptable to the board, and shall consist of at least 15 hours of accounting, auditing and ethics (which must include at least three hours of auditing and three hours of accounting).Thinking about applying?Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your experience and passion set you apart.Agency information:The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.The Division of Audit is seeking a highly talented individual who will represent our A.U.D.I.T. values ( Accountability, Unity, Dependability, Integrity and Trust ) in all they do.The Division of Audit provides a variety of training opportunities to its staff.Application Information:For additional information about this position please contact Herb Downs, Director DHHS Audit at [phone].To apply, please upload your current resume and cover letter, and copies of post-secondary transcripts.Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.To request a paper application, please contact [e-mail] of working for the State of Maine:No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—\"Dirigo\" or \"I lead\"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $13,650.48 annual value) , depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5% . Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office .Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request..If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.