Senior Auditor

Job Responsibilities

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Come join our Team! The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is looking for eager, enthusiastic, career driven individuals to join our dynamic audit team where your skills can be used to assure transparency and accountability in state government.

As a Senior Auditor, you will be part of a team-driven approach that conducts financial and compliance engagements related to state entities or to financial and statistical reports filed by providers of Medicaid services and serves as the primary day-to-day engagement contact. The Senior Auditor is responsible for collaboration with the management team to plan upcoming engagements, as well as lead, manage and perform audits and/or other attestation engagements. The Senior Auditor requires strong communication skills, possess excellent software/computer skills, analytical skills, and interpersonal skills. The Senior Auditor must have the ability to set expectations with staff and provide feedback and guidance when needed. The Senior Auditor will also take responsibility for the coaching and training of new staff. At this level, Senior Auditors will be expected to contribute to the agency by participating in various opportunities that would further the agency’s mission.

Who We Are

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) serves as the independent audit function for the State of South Carolina. Our mission is to promote trust and confidence in state government. OSA is organized into three service delivery divisions: State Agency, Medicaid, and Internal Audit Services, supported by an Administration division.

The Office of the State Auditor offers a flexible hours/work location policy that fosters an ideal work/life balance. Our work week consist of 37.5 hours for a 1,950 hour work year.

We offer tuition assistance and certification reimbursement. We encourage professional growth and encourage our employees to pursue their CPA. As well, employees who utilize our Certification Assistance Program will be given 8 hours of in office study time. The Office of the State Auditor offers a defined career path and promotes internal advancement within the agency.

Our organizational culture is focused on personal development and mentorship. Senior Auditors will have the opportunity to cultivate, coach, and lead associate-level audit staff. We value our employees and are committed to aiding in employees professional and personal development.

The Office of the State Auditor participates in various community outreach programs. All employees are given the opportunity to give back to the community while bonding with their team members.

OSA is committed to a diverse workforce by providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, or disability.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• 3+ years audit or related experience
• Strong technical skills and proficiency in the application of accounting and auditing principles
• Effective analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel to engagement sites which are generally located within the metropolitan Columbia area; minimal overnight travel required
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA license or seeking Certification
• Coursework completed for eligibility to be licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• 2+ years of public accounting or equivalent experience