Senior Auditor

The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians.

This position is located in Internal Audits, Richland County
. It is an in‑office role and is not a telecommute or remote position.

Are you the One? We are looking for a Senior Auditor who will perform professional auditing duties to review the South Carolina Baby Net program and its contract providers. The candidate will determine and develop risk‑based audit protocols and methodology, conduct on‑site visits to validate claim data, test contractual, financial, and other documentation, and communicate audit results in written reports while maintaining harmonious relationships with team members and stakeholders.

• Conduct risk assessment and develop annual audit plans; complete audits within budgeted time and meet GAGAS and IIA standards.
• Develop audit programs, perform fieldwork, document evidence, conduct interviews, and produce structured work papers.
• Prepare audit narratives, memos, finding sheets, and report sections; ensure clarity, accuracy, and logical flow.
• Address review comments from managers and make necessary revisions within allocated hours.
• Participate in training and the annual update of the Agency‑wide risk assessment process; support third‑party service providers.

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children.
• 15 days annual vacation leave per year.
• 15 days sick leave per year.
• 13 paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

A bachelor's degree from a college or higher education institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education & Council for Higher Education accreditation (CHEA) with at least 15 semester hours in accounting, finance, auditing and/or business courses. A minimum of two (2) years of professional‑level experience in auditing, accounting, grant management, compliance, or financial management.

• Occasional overnight travel.
• Requires holder to drive routinely.
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• Valid driver’s license.
• In‑office role.

Working knowledge of various computer software applications including Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Access, Word, Excel, and paperless audit software. Familiarity with GAGAS and IIA standards, and ability to read and study complex governmental regulations. Analytical skills with Excel or Access and a team‑player attitude. Integrity, confidentiality, and excellent communication skills are required. Ability to manage time, prioritize work, and multitask under pressure.

Must have reliable transportation. This is a non‑telecommuting position. A professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CBM, CFE or CGAP are desired but not mandatory.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.