Performance Auditor

About the role

The S.C. Legislative Audit Council is seeking performance auditors to conduct management/performance audits of state agencies and programs in compliance with Government Auditing Standards. Interdisciplinary audit teams evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of government programs using quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate state government operations and procedures to identify and make recommendations for policy and program improvements
• Conduct in-depth analysis of agency records and interview audited entity's staff and other government officials
• Develop methods to obtain required data
• Assist supervisors in planning, conducting, and writing audits within established timelines
• Prepare concise reports and explain results to state officials, legislative committees, the media, and citizens

Requirements

• A master's degree from an accredited institution, law degree, or license to practice as a CPA
• An applicant with a law degree should be a member in good standing of the S.C. Bar or the bar association of another state

Qualifications

• Strong research, analytical, communication, and investigative skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret facts and data
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain collegial working relationships with peers, supervisors, and auditees
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Familiarity with generally accepted government auditing standards relating to performance audits
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and statistical software programs
• Six or more college credit hours in at least one of the following subjects: statistics, data analysis, computer science, accounting, finance, or journalism

Benefits

The S.C. Legislative Audit Council is a participant in PEBA and SCRS and offers annual leave, sick leave, and all state holidays.