Staff Auditor II - Financial Audit Division

Agency Office of the State Auditor Division Job  Classification Title Assistant State Auditor II (NS)
Position NumberGradeNC
17

About UsThe 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 The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is looking for a Staff Auditor II to assist with various financial audits performed on entities across state government, including institutions of higher education.

As part of our team, you will get to:

Participate in planning meetings for assigned audits where the team discusses audit risk and designs audit procedures to address the risks

Conduct on-site fieldwork, including gaining an understanding of internal controls

Review and analyze accounting transactions and perform test procedures on more complex audit areas

Document the results of your work and any potential findings

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences Salary Range : $75,000 - $85,000

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies The ability to work on multiple projects at a time

The ability to review and interpret laws, regulations, policies and procedures, and technical and professional standards

Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to conduct interview is the state’s Fiscal Watchdog. We hold state government and entities that receive public money accountable, working on behalf of North Carolinians to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.

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 year1 paid personal observance leave dayAt 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

Competitive pay and affordable health insurance optionsNC 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to learn more.

Supplemental and Contact Information 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  order to receive credit for work history and credentials you must complete the online application completely. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit.

You can attach resumes, cover letters, reference information as supplemental information, but this will NOT be used in lieu of a completed state application.

If you have earned a foreign degree, an official evaluation for United States equivalency is required and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification purposes.

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

Reference checks will be performed on all top finalists.

The Office of the State Auditor is an Equal Opportunity

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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 were 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…