Staff Auditor II - Performance Audit Division

Intertek Holding Deutschland GmbH; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor is seeking a Performance Staff Auditor II to assist in conducting performance audits on various state entities. This full-time role involves collaborative audit planning, information gathering, and analysis to improve accountability in state government programs. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including a flexible work schedule and participation in the state's pension plan.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Competitive pay and affordable health insurance

Enrollment in the state's pension plan

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited institution.
• 2 years of experience in auditing/accounting or program evaluation.
• Ability to understand and apply auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct performance audits on state agencies and programs.
• Gather information through interviews and fieldwork.
• Analyze financial records and programmatic data.

Skills

Knowledge of auditing standards

Critical thinking skills

Collaboration

High-quality audit work

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 12 semester hours in accounting

Job description

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking a Performance Staff Auditor II to assist in performance audits conducted on state agencies, universities, colleges, licensing boards, state specific programs, and private companies that have contracts with the State of North Carolina. This position is design to contribute to the completion of audits that improve performance, strengthens accountability, and enhances transparency of state government programs.

OSA is your 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.

As part of our team, you will get to:

• Work collaboratively to plan and conduct audits within a range of topics
• Speak with auditees, agency management, and legislators to understand the programs being audited
• Conduct on-site fieldwork, including gathering information and interviews, determining risks that impact the auditee, and identifying processes and controls that mitigate those risks
• Review and analyze source records, programmatic data, and financial or program documentation and systems
• Document the results of your work with any potential findings and recommendations included

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

• 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
• Competitive pay and affordable health insurance options
• 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.
• Please attach a transcript (unofficial copies are accepted) or email a copy to [e-mail] to receive credit for your required education.
• 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.
  • The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members
• Reference checks will be performed on all top finalists. If the position requires a background check and/or drug screening that will also be performed on all selected 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]

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

• Understands and applies auditing standards
• Consistently delivers high-quality audit work
• Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals
• Practices critical thinking skills when determining and conducting audits

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 12 semester hours in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and 2 years of experience in auditing/accounting or program evaluation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.