The Auditor of State’s office (AOS) is looking for accounting professionals in the Columbus 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, schools, etc. We are looking for individuals with an accounting education and/or experience. Click here to learn more about our office!
What You'll Do
Develop working knowledge of auditing techniques, Ohio State government, professional auditing standards, and State fiscal practices.
Serve as a contributing member of an audit team, completing assigned duties of limited scope and communicate with the team leader concerning proper methods to be applied in the audit context.
Receive controlled assignments of increasing difficulty and responsibility.
Conduct background research of agencies being audited, including examination of relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.
Travel to audit site locations and obtains audit evidence. Performs audit fieldwork which includes:
Visual examination of records and other items and preparation and organization of workpapers showing the results of audit examinations.
Learn to gather, interpret, compile, and analyze data pertinent to audits performed by the office.
Review data and other information pertinent to the audit.
Participate in interviews of agency staff to elicit information.
Help draft audit comments for audit reports.
Prepare preliminary drafts of audit findings.
Other duties as assigned by manager
Educational And Capability Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university (Accounting preferred)
OR successful completion of at least 16 semester hours or equivalent in accounting or related field from an accredited college, university, trade, technical or vocational school beyond high school level
OR possess at least three years’ experience in accounting or related field
Knowledge of Microsoft office products preferred (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license
Travel to Audit Site Work Locations
Desired Characteristics
You are detail-oriented, able to work under time-budget structure, organized, reliable, convey information professionally and work well with people at all job levels, communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. CPA and governmental accounting experience are a definitive plus.
Why work for the Auditor of State?
Benefits
The Auditor of State’s office is the state’s top financial watchdog. AOS Staff maintain the integrity of state fiscal operations while working in an unmatched flexible environment. Benefits include:
Hybrid work environment
Four- or Five-Day Flexible Work Schedule
Merit-Based Internal Promotion Structure
CPA and Professional Certification Reimbursement Program
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Robust Pension Program – OPERS – 14% contribution from State!
Work/Life Balance
These are just a few of the incredible benefits that the AOS has to offer you. We can offer you a meaningful career in public service!
The AOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the AOS to prohibit discrimination and harassment of applicants and employees, due to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, age (40 years or older), veteran status or military status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a nursing mother, status as a parent of a young child, or status as a foster parent. Discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation will not be tolerated.
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Organization
Auditor Of State
Classified Indicator
Classified
Bargaining Unit / Exempt
Exempt
Schedule
Full-time
Compensation
25.11
Unposting Date
Jun 14, 2024, 10:59:00 PM
Primary Job Skill
Accounting and Finance
Technical Skills
Accounting and Finance
Professional Skills
Active Learning, Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Listening, Teamwork
Agency Contact Name
Monica Carmona
Agency Contact Information
Recruiting@ohioauditor.gov
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance and Accounting/Auditing
Industries
Government Administration
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