Staff Auditor I - Financial Audit Division

State of North Carolina • Wake Forest, NC

1d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is looking for Staff Auditor I 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 • Analyze accounting transactions and perform test procedures • Continue learning to expand and develop technical skills

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of auditing and accounting principles and practices
• Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple priorities
• Demonstrated experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing
• A bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution OR An equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• 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
• Analyze accounting transactions and perform test procedures
• Continue learning to expand and develop technical skills

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
• 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 www.studentaid.gov to learn more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level