Staff Auditor II - Rapid Response Division

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Pension Plan

Job summary

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) seeks a Staff Auditor II to join the Rapid Response Division, assisting with investigations and performance audits that strengthen accountability and transparency in North Carolina government.

Exempt policy-making, at-will appointment, this role plans and completes audits, speaks with auditees and agency leaders, conducts on-site fieldwork, analyzes records, and documents results to support informed decisions and good governance.

Qualifications

• Intermediate or working knowledge of auditing/accounting principles and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
• Strong experience in report writing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete audits of a diverse range of topics and programs.
• Speak with auditees, agency management, and legislators to understand the programs under an audit.
• Conduct on-site fieldwork, including information gathering and interviews to determine risks and controls.
• Documentation of results of work.

Skills

Auditing principles

Oversee multiple priorities

Effective communication

Report writing

Job description

Job Classification Title

Assistant State Auditor II (NS)

Position Number

65043973

Grade

NC17

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 Staff Auditor II to serve on our Rapid Response Division to assist with various investigations and performance audits that strengthen accountability and enhance transparency and efficiency of North Carolina government programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to plan and complete audits of a diverse range of topics and programs
• Speak with auditees, agency management, and legislators to understand the programs under an audit
• Conduct on-site fieldwork, including information gathering and interviews to determine:
  • Risks impacting the program under an audit
  • To identify processes and controls that mitigate program risks
  • Review and analyze source records, programmatic data, financial and program documentation, and/or systems
  • Documentation of results of work.

Salary Range

$75,000- $85,000

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Intermediate or working knowledge of auditing/accounting principles and practices
• Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple priorities
• Demonstrated experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing
• Strong experience in report writing

Job Type and Benefits

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
• 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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 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).

Recruitment Process

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.

Reference checks will be performed on all top finalists.

The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members