Staff Auditor I – Investigative Audit Division Job 2024 Part Time

Description of Work

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is looking for Staff Auditor I to investigate allegations of fraud, waste, or abuse of public funds.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits including:

• 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, including:
    • 12 paid holidays per year
    • 1 paid personal observance leave day
    • At least 14 vacation days accrued per year (increase with years of service)
    • 12 paid sick days accrued per year
    • 24 hours paid community service leave
• Flexibility to work remotely as business needs allow and a downtown Raleigh office building for in-office days
• 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.

As part of our team, you will get to:

• Speak with complaintants to understand the allegations.
• Conduct on-site fieldwork, including information gathering and interviews.
• Analyze relevant documents related to the allegations.
• Document the results of your reivew and potential findings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

• Basic knowledge of auditing & accounting principles and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The Office of the State Auditor uses the Merit-Based Recruitment & Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) with highly qualified individuals.
To receive credit for work history and credentials, the applicant must list the information on the online application form underneath the Work Experience section, specifically “Duties Summary”. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. The State of North Carolina welcomes attached or incorporated resumes, cover letters, and reference information, but these items will not be used for screening or qualifying credit or in lieu of a completed and submitted state application.

Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted) to receive credit for this education.

If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members

Reference checks will be performed on all top finalists. If the position requires a background check and/or drug screening that will also be performed on all selected top finalists.

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 NGB 22 along with their state application.
• It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the Office of the State Auditor that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).
• Office of the State Auditor is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas at this time.
• Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), Office of the State Auditor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:

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