Quality Assurance and Technical Specialist 1

About the role

The Auditor of State’s Office (AOS) is seeking experienced business professionals with a background in financial administration within higher education to join the Center for Audit Excellence (CFAE) as a Quality Assurance and Technical Specialist 1 (QATS). The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the financial operations of colleges and universities, including the state and federal requirements that impact those operations. In this role, the QATS will apply their higher education expertise to help develop and refine audit procedures used to review colleges and universities throughout Ohio. The role includes consulting with clients and audit staff, developing training materials and audit resources, assisting with implementation of accounting and auditing standards, and supporting quality assurance and peer review activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of Ohio Compliance Supplement guidance and testing procedures specific to Ohio colleges and universities based on Ohio and Federal regulations.
• Review government audit work, including findings, comments, draft reports, and supporting documentation, to promote accuracy and compliance with professional standards.
• Provide technical guidance to auditors and government entities on complex accounting, auditing, financial reporting, and compliance matters.
• Research complex issues and translate professional standards and compliance requirements into practical audit guidance.
• Develop and improve audit procedures, practice aids, manuals, and training resources used by auditors across the Auditor of State’s Office.
• Perform quality assurance and technical reviews to promote consistent, efficient, and high-quality audits of Ohio government entities.
• Communicate technical guidance and recommendations to auditors, government officials, and AOS management.
• Collaborate with audit teams and AOS staff to answer questions, resolve technical issues, and develop effective solutions.
• Monitor compliance with applicable professional standards, AOS policies, and government requirements and identify areas where additional guidance may be needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment
• Four- or Five-Day Flexible Work Schedule
• Merit-Based Internal Promotion Structure
• CPA and Professional Certification Reimbursement Program
• Medical Benefits (Dental and Vision)
• Retirement Planning
• Work/Life Balance

Educational and Capability Requirements

• Completion of undergraduate core program in accounting, finance, business administration, or public administration
• Two years of experience in one of the following:
  • College financial reporting
  • Internal audit at a college/university
  • Auditing colleges and universities

Preferred experience includes administrative operations, including financial functions and financial aid; federal and state regulations affecting higher education institutions; federal and state audit requirements.

CPA, CFE, or CGFM certifications are preferred.

Desired Characteristics

• Detail-oriented, organized, reliable, and able to work independently under time constraints
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Professional oral and written communication
• Effective collaboration with people at all levels
• Willingness to learn accounting and auditing standards, AOS procedures, data analytics, and Excel functionality
• Experience with financial statement audits, compliance audits, Single Audits, or interpreting and applying accounting and auditing standards is a plus