Staff auditor, Financial Reporting

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Opening Date:
June 9, 2026

Closing Date:
June 23, 2026

Job Class Code: 0771

Grade: 22 (Prof. & Tech. Svcs.)

Salary: $48,360.00 - $67,475.20 per year (inclusive of a 2.50% recruitment and retention stipend)

Position Number: , ,

Location:

Augusta. These are full-time positions located in Augusta, Maine and allow for partial telework with management approval.

• Perform professional audit work under direction of senior auditors on Maine Care Providers and/or 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.

• Six (6) years of practical, progressively responsible accounting or auditing experience at the professional level.
• Hold a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 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 an acceptable college or university, with at least 15 hours of accounting, auditing and ethics, including at least three hours of auditing and three hours of accounting).

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 Division of Audit seeks a highly talented individual who will represent our A.U.D.I.T. values (Accountability, Unity, Dependability, Integrity and Trust) in all they do.

For additional information about this position please contact Herb Downs, Director, DHHS Audit at . Please upload your current resume and cover letter, along with copies of transcripts. Submit documents in PDF format. To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.

Hernandez.

• Work‑Life Fit – Rest is essential. 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime‑exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State pays 85%‑100% of employee‑only premiums ($12,845.82 – $15,112.76 annual value) depending on salary.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee‑only premiums by 5%.
• Dental Insurance – The State pays 100% of employee‑only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes an equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave – Six weeks of fully paid parental leave for all employees welcoming a child, including non‑birthing and adoptive parents. Additional unpaid leave may be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

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. Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full‑time.

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 for 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.

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.