Audit Manager

Ohio Department of Administrative Services•Cleveland, OH

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university (Accounting preferred)
Travel to Audit Site Work Locations
Detail-oriented
Able to work under time-budget structure
Organized
Reliable
Convey information professionally
Work well with people at all job levels
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Experience with governmental financial accounting, reporting and auditing is desirable.
Managerial experience is preferred.
Professional certification, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is also a plus.
Knowledge of Microsoft office products preferred (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
CPA and governmental accounting experience are a definitive plus.

Responsibilities

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.