Staff Auditor II - Performance Audit Division

Salary: $56,906.00 - $99,586.00 Annually
Location : Wake County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23-13555-60008828
Department: Office of the State Auditor
Division: Field Audit Services
Opening Date: 10/25/2024
Closing Date: 11/10/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title: Assistant State Auditor II
Position Number: 60008828
Salary Grade: NC17
Recruitment Range: $76,000 - $85,000
Description of Work
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The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is looking for Staff Auditor II to assist with various performance audits that improve performance, strengthen accountability, and enhance transparency of state government programs.
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, including:
    • 12 paid holidays per year
    • 1 paid personal observance leave day
    • At least 14 vacation days accrued per year (increase with years of service)
    • 12 paid sick days accrued per year
    • 24 hours paid community service leave

Flexibility to work remotely as business needs allow and a downtown Raleigh office building for in-office days

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

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As part of our team, you will get to:

• Work as part of a team to plan and conduct audits of a diverse range of topics and programs at 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 under audit.
• Conduct on-site fieldwork, including information gathering and interviews, to determine risks impacting the program under audit and to identify processes and controls that mitigate program risks.
• Review and analyze source records and reports, programmatic data, financial and program documentation, and/or systems.
• Document the results of your work and any potential findings and recommendations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelors degree with 12 semester hours in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and 2 years ofexperience in auditing/accounting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The Office of the State Auditor (OSA)'s mission is to provide unbiased and irrefutable audit and investigative reports so legislators, government officials, agency leaders, and others can make informed decisions, hold entities accountable, and ensure good stewardship of public funds. Our vision is to protect the future of North Carolinians by devoting the majority of our resources toward eliminating wasteful government spending and improving government services. This requires an organization that is competent, agile , and inspired by the work we do every day.
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.
To receive credit for work history and credentials, the applicant must list the information on the online application form underneath the Work Experience section, specifically "Duties Summary". Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. The State of North Carolina welcomes attached or incorporated resumes, cover letters, and reference information, but these items will not be used for screening or qualifying credit or in lieu of a completed and submitted state application.
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted) to receive credit for this education.
If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification:
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:

Lauren Eiswirth
Office of the State Auditor (OSA)
Division of Human Resources
20601 Mail Services Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-0601
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NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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OSA - Do you have AT LEAST a bachelor's degree with 12 semester hours of accounting coursework?

• Yes
• No

02
OSA - Do you have AT LEAST 2 years of experience in auditing/accounting or program evaluation?

• Yes
• No

03
OSA - Are you proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel? If yes, please detail the level of expertise in each of these programs.
04
OSA - Do you have experience with audit and/or data analytic software? If yes, please detail the level of experience in each including years of experience.
05
OSA - Some statewide travel may be required. Will you be willing to travel?

• Yes
• No

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OSA - How did you hear about this opportunity?

• OSA LinkedIn
• OSA Social Media
• NASACT
• College/University Recruitment
• Handshake
• Vaco
• NC Jobs Website
• Other

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