Job Description
SALARY RANGE (Grade 18) CSA494: $113,788.91 - $174,267.70 /yr. (Commensurate with experience)
This position will be based out of the Boston, Brockton, Chicopee, or Marlboro OSA offices. Please indicate your geographical preference in office location when applying per the application instructions below
The Office of the State Auditor offers a unique opportunity to work in a government environment that is high profile and has high expectations but is also committed to sustaining a healthy work/life balance.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
As a senior member of the Audit Operations management team, the Audit Director is responsible for administering all aspects of the audit work performed in their respective division. The Audit Director will provide senior leadership across the audit function, supporting the strategic direction of the OSA. The Audit Director will manage professional staff including Audit Managers, Supervisors, and Field Auditors, and will contribute to the leadership and development of all staff members. The Audit Director will also ensure that work is completed in a timely and quality manner in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards as well as OSA policies and procedures.
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SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Work under the direction of the First Deputy Auditor or their designee.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Responsible for the direct supervision of assigned Audit Managers, as well as the general supervision of other audit staff working in their division.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Audit Directors in the OSA are expected to perform a variety of tasks, including, but not limited to, the following:
- Coordinates and/or performs audit work, reviews draft audit reports and supporting work papers to ensure that reports are well written and findings and conclusions are properly supported;
• Ensures timely completion of audits and that all work is performed in accordance with applicable standards;
• Evaluates the performance of managerial staff and reviews evaluations performed by managers of other audit staff working in the division;
• Assesses the progress of ongoing audits to (1) determine if changes in scope or objectives are needed, (2) provide technical advice as needed, (3) ensure compliance with Government Auditing Standards and office policies, and (4) ensure conformity with approved audit program;
• Participates in the hiring of divisional staff;
• Identifies staff training needs and recommends appropriate training courses;
• Works with other division Directors as needed, to ensure that OSA audit activities are effectively coordinated;.
• Represents the OSA at meetings with agency officials, or other parties as appropriate;
• Participates in presentations to external and internal groups;
• Performs other duties as required by the First Deputy Auditor.
The Office of the State Auditor is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Employment actions such as recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals are based upon a policy of non-discrimination. Employment decisions and actions are made without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, military status, genetic information, political affiliation, or veteran's status.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will possess and/or demonstrate:
• A bachelor's degree and 8 - 10 years of audit experience that includes government auditing conducted pursuant to the Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards, at least five of which must be in a supervisory role;
• An advanced degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, CPA, CGFM or CIA certification may be substituted for up to 2 years of experience;
• Proven experience in leading, motivating, and coaching others;
• Strong knowledge and application of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards;
• Strong collaboration, interpersonal management, and relationship skills;
• A strong working knowledge of Massachusetts government agencies and state laws and regulations;
• Effective and professional oral and written communications skills;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and Access;
• Outstanding organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills;
• High-level understanding and proficiency in the use of TeamMate (OSA Auditing Software);
• Experience with Massachusetts Management Accounting and Reporting System (MMARS) and the Commonwealth Information Warehouse (CIW);
• Experience with ACL and data-mining tools and techniques.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following areas will also be important considerations:
• Experience in program evaluation, preferably of government entities;
• Demonstrated superior quantitative and qualitative analysis skills;
• Demonstrated superior time management skills;
• Experience in providing presentations to diverse groups;
• Demonstrated skills in project management, management control systems, research design, data collection, and data analysis;
• Experience with developing recommendations that improve performance, provide cost savings, and increase accountability. We require that all applicants have a valid Massachusetts driver's license and that they maintain a safe driving record.
The Office of the State Auditor is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Employment actions such as recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals are based upon a policy of non-discrimination. Employment decisions and actions are made without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, military status, genetic information, political affiliation, or veteran's status.