Financial Audit Supervisor

Financial Audit Supervisor

Are you interested in public accounting or looking at CPA firms but want real work/life balance (flexible schedule and typically 45-50 hour/week busy season). Want to make a difference in the State of Utah on behalf of the taxpayers? Then come join the Office of the State Auditor located on the beautiful Utah State Capitol Complex. We seek motivated individuals who want to continue to learn and grow. We will help you further develop the skills necessary to become a successful auditor and leader, with office provided skill development and strong compensation packages, while bringing meaningful contributions to serve the State’s taxpayers.

Responsibilities • Lead and supervise a team of professionals during audits • Plan financial and federal compliance audit procedures • Identify risk areas and evaluate audit scope and objectives • Organize audit to meet professional auditing standards • Analyze audit data, prepare report findings, interpret results and identify recommendations • Write quality correspondence, reports and other needed documents concerning the audit and audit results • Train, monitor and evaluate the performance of audit team personnel • Understand organization objectives, structure, policies, processes, internal controls, and external regulations. • Propose, prepare, and present in-office training • Build and maintain a high level of expertise in relevant accounting and audit standards

Qualifications • Master’s degree in accounting preferred • Current CPA license • Over 5 years of experience in financial audits (experience with Government Auditing Standards preferred) • 2 years’ experience with compliance audits in accordance with Uniform Guidance preferred (3 to 5 years preferred) • Ability to demonstrate analytical and diagnostic skills while breaking down complex issues to implement appropriate solutions • Time management skills to handle multiple projects at the same time • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • US Citizen, Permanent Resident, or US National • Able to pass required background check

Compensation $125,000-150,000 ($60.00 - 72.00/hour) depending on experience, with attractive benefits package including, 401k contributions, 401k match, Dental, Health, Life insurance, Vision, Discounted UTA Pass, Onsite Gym

Office Culture From promoting good governance to meaningful public service, skill development opportunities, flexible work schedules, and many life balance benefits; our office takes pride in its culture. We pursue excellence by investing in our people, being accountable, having open communication, and being trustworthy. We constantly improve through learning, collaborating, adapting, and innovating. To apply, please visit our website at auditor.utah.gov.

About the Office of the State Auditor We provide Utah taxpayers and government officials with an independent assessment of financial operation, statutory compliance, and performance management, including through interactive graphical tools, for state and local government.

The Office performs financial audits, federal funds compliance audits, local government oversight, agency and program performance audits, fraud and compliance audits, reviews of privacy practices of designated governmental entities with the goal of improving privacy protection and operates the State Auditor Hotline for citizens to report suspected financial issues or improprieties. These capabilities strengthen Utah State Government and help taxpayers have confidence in the integrity of Utah’s government agencies.

The State Auditor is a Constitutional Officer of the State of Utah, elected directly by the state’s citizens every 4 years. The role of the State Auditor is authorized in Article VII, Section 15 of the Utah Constitution. Learn more about the Office of the State Auditor and read recently released audits impacting Utah here.

The Office of the State Auditor is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Office of the State Auditor provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. For accommodation information or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, contact the Office of the State Auditor at 801-538-1025. The Office of the State Auditor participates in E-Verify, and a background check is required. This is a career service exempt position. Incumbents placed in this title are appointed, non-classified, exempt from 67-19-12, and are required to be placed in a position schedule of AC (Employees in Offices of Elected Officials).