Audit Manager

Position Description This announcement will be used to fill a full‑time, permanent Legislative Audit Manager position in the Office of the County Auditor, located in the legislative branch of the Anne Arundel County Government.

• Perform moderately complex performance auditing and legislative analysis.
• Plan, conduct, and supervise audits and special reviews; evaluate internal controls and public program effectiveness, including budgets.
• Attend and represent the County Auditor at meetings with the County Council and other County officials.
• Deliver work to high professional and technical standards.
• Supervise a staff of professional auditors, evaluating work through observation, conferences, and review of work papers, findings, and reports.

• Conduct pre‑engagement planning, including independent research, scope development, and testing approach.
• Perform research and analysis of applicable laws, regulations, governance frameworks, and business processes for compliance assessment.
• Analyze financial data—including budgets, expenditures, revenue streams, and statements—to identify trends, anomalies, and improvement opportunities.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and the impact of control gaps.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks, strengthen controls, and improve efficiencies, vetting recommendations with process owners.
• Prepare work papers and documentation that accurately support analysis, conclusions, findings, and recommendations.
• Formulate detailed, objective reports presenting engagement results and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Evaluate audit client responses and recommend actions to ensure compliance with recommendations.
• Collaborate with OCA staff to facilitate assignments and contribute to project success.
• Collaborate with other County offices to gather information and present compliance recommendations.
• Coordinate with external oversight bodies, as needed, to provide assistance or complete projects.
• Perform budget analysis, review financial trends, estimate costs, recommend savings, and draft budget bill amendments.
• Conduct legislation reviews, assessing financial and policy impacts.
• Meet with the County Council, County officials, and agency representatives; prepare and present findings and recommendations; attend Council meetings and respond to inquiries.
• Possess extensive knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and GAGAS.
• Show excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data accurately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with major work in accounting or finance, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in accounting or auditing.

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Accredited University or College must be recognized by an accrediting agency. For foreign degrees, provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency upon close of the announcement.

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This position requires a background investigation.

• Experience in internal/external auditing, financial analysis, and/or investigative work, preferably in a regulatory or compliance environment.
• Strong understanding of financial and accounting principles, regulations, risk management, internal controls, and professional auditing standards.
• Proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, V‑lookup, etc.), PowerPoint, and in creating presentations with graphs and diagrams.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Performance auditing experience of governmental entities in accordance with GAGAS.
• Relevant professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CGAP, CIGA, CFE, or similar.