Senior Grants Compliance Specialist - Rapid Response Division
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Government
Financial Compliance
Job Details
Job Classification
Title:
Assistant State Auditor III (S)
Position Number:
Grade: NC21
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 WorkThis position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.
The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking a Senior Grants Compliance Specialist to serve within our Rapid Response Division. Through this position you would mentor other Grants Compliance Specialists, while also ensuring grant funding among North Carolina public entities are properly used.
Responsibilities- Work as part of a team to plan and conduct audits of a variety of grants being used by public state entities
- Speak with auditees, agency management, and legislators to understand the programs under an audit
- Conduct on-site fieldwork, including information gathering and interviews, to determine:
o Any risks impacting the program under the audit
o To identify processes and controls that mitigate program risks - Review and analyze source records, programmatic data, financial and program documentation, and/or systems
- Learn more about state and federal agencies, programs, statutes, rules, regulations, and policies
- Document the results of your work and any potential findings and recommendations
- Help in the writing of the final reports established by the Rapid Response Division
Skills and Abilities
- Skill in reviewing budgets, expenditures, and financial reports to ensure alignment with grant terms
- Ability to interpret grant agreements and identify allowable vs. unallowable costs
- Ability to detect discrepancies or misuse of funds through detailed ledger and invoice analysis
- Knowledge of Grant Compliance Regulations
- Experience in Internal Control Assessment related to grants
Salary Range: $90,000-$100,000
Why Work for the NC Office of The State Auditor?OSA 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.
Benefits- 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
- Competitive pay and affordable health insurance options
- NC 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
- 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 NG
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