Field Auditor I Performance Audits Statewide

Office of the State Auditor • Boston, MA

8d • $55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The OSA conducts various performance audits of state agencies, departments, programs, and vendors who contract with the Commonwealth. The goal of the OSA is to conduct audits that will identify opportunities and provide recommendations to improve government operations by establishing accountability, improving the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, and enhancing the transparency of government activities. Successful Field Auditors come from many backgrounds. For this entry-level position, the OSA is looking for candidates who have strong communication and analytical skills, the ability to build effective working relationships, and a strong desire for professional development. Field Auditors in the OSA participate in audits of state government entities and government contractors. After a period of initial training and “onboarding”, Field Auditors are assigned to an audit (in a region of the state) and, under the supervision of an AIC, are responsible for performing various audit-related tasks, including, but not limited to, conducting audit testing and preparing electronic work papers, attending and participating in meetings and interviews, employing analytical skills in assessing documents and records, and preparing various written documents. Field Auditors are required to travel to audit sites within the state and are expected to complete all of their assigned work in a timely and professional manner in accordance with OSA policies and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). At the completion of an audit, Field Auditors undergo an end-of-audit evaluation that involves assessing their work performance, compliance with GAGAS, and professionalism.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills and ability to think critically and creatively.
• The ability and desire to be a self-starter and follow through with assigned tasks within established timeframes with a minimum amount of supervision.
• Strong collaboration, interpersonal management, and relationship skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Candidates must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel to audit sites in cities and towns within Massachusetts.
• We require that all applicants have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and that they maintain a safe driving record.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a similar concentration that demonstrates the use of strong analytical skills.
• Experience in auditing, particularly performance auditing is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership potential.
• Experience in program evaluation.
• Experience using computer based research tools and other information sources.
• Experience in interviewing, writing reports, giving presentations and conducting research.
• An advanced degree or certification.
• Working knowledge of GAGAS.
• Knowledge of state government operations.
• Preference may be given to candidates who are also familiar with the TeamMate audit software.
• No work experience is required, although preference may be given to those with relevant experience or demonstrated strengths in the areas of critical thinking and analytical reasoning.

Responsibilities

• conducting audit testing
• preparing electronic work papers
• attending and participating in meetings and interviews
• employing analytical skills in assessing documents and records
• preparing various written documents
• travel to audit sites within the state
• complete all of their assigned work in a timely and professional manner in accordance with OSA policies and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
• undergo an end-of-audit evaluation that involves assessing their work performance, compliance with GAGAS, and professionalism.

Benefits

• The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) offers a unique opportunity to work in a government environment that is high profile and has high expectations but is also committed to sustaining a healthy work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees