Audit Manager

Audit Manager (2600028T)

Auditor of State

Agency Contact Name and Information:
Monica Carmona; recruiting

Unposting Date:
Apr 4, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Primary

Location:

United States of America - OHIO - Cuyahoga County

Compensation: 47.39

Schedule:

Full-time

Union:
Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill:
Accounting and Finance

Technical

Skills:

Accounting and Finance, Auditing

Professional

Skills:

Active Learning, Adaptability, Analyzation, Building Trust, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Flexibility, Responsiveness, Strategic Thinking, Teamwork, Time Management, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Confidentiality

With a statewide staff of more than 800 auditors and other professionals, the Auditor of State’s office is responsible for auditing all public offices in Ohio, (nearly 6,000 entities). This includes cities, counties, villages, townships and schools.

The Auditor of State’s office (AOS) is looking for accounting professionals in the surrounding areas of Lake and Lorain County area to fill an external financial audit vacancy. Auditors for the office ensure that taxpayer dollars are being utilized by public entities according to the letter of the law. AOS staff work in small team environments performing financial statement and administrative controls testing on government clients.

These clients will include, but are not limited to cities, villages, and schools. We are looking for individuals with an accounting education and/or experience.  to learn more about our office!

• Responsible for planning and supervising field work for multiple audits simultaneously pursuant to the authority delegated to him/her as a fiduciary (per Section 124.11 (A) (9) ORC and Section 124.14 (B)(2) ORC) of the Auditor of State (AOS).
• Provide direct supervision and training to staff auditors assigned to perform audit fieldwork and other client services. Understand and implement the AOS risk-based audit approach.
• Obtain and document an understanding of the client’s internal control systems in basic, moderate and complex information technology environments.
• Develop, document and execute the audit strategy in accordance with the AOS audit approach. Review and edit audit findings and comments developed by staff auditors.
• Prepare draft audit reports and other forms of audit communication in accordance with professional standards, exercise due professional care on behalf of the AOS.
• Meet audit budget and deadlines through effective planning and utilization of personnel resources.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with clients, AOS agency management and staff regarding audit related matters.
• Research and resolve accounting and audit related issues. Understand relevant accounting and auditing standards and apply them in applicable audit situations.
• Demonstrate in depth understanding of Governmental Auditing Standards and Federal audit requirements.
• Plan and ensure the maximum utilization of information technology resources in the conduct of engagements.
• Understand and ensure compliance with all AOS policies. Maintain high standards of professionalism and objectivity in the performance of his/her duties. Perform other duties as required.

Benefits include:

• Hybrid work environment
• Four- or Five-Day Flexible Work Schedule
• Merit-Based Internal Promotion Structure
• CPA and Professional Certification Reimbursement Program
• Medical Benefits (Dental and Vision)
• Retirement Planning
• Work/Life Balance

These are just a few of the incredible benefits that the AOS has to offer you. We can offer you a meaningful career in public service!

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and…