Staff Auditor I - Special Investigations
Quick Summary
The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is your fiscal watchdog. We audit more than $100 billion in state assets and liabilities each year, bringing transparency to local, state, and federal government. Our reports and findings include recommendations that result in good government reforms. OSA thoroughly investigates alleged cases of fraud, waste, and abuse of taxpayer dollars, working with law enforcement on prosecution when warranted.
The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking a Staff Auditor I to serve within our Special Investigations Division. In this role, you will get the opportunity to help audit complaints related to government fraud, waste, and abuse.
As part of our team, you will get to:
Participate in planning meetings for assigned audits where the team discusses audit risk and designs audit procedures to address the risks
Conduct on-site fieldwork, including gaining an understanding of internal controls
Analyze accounting transactions and perform test procedures
Continue learning to expand and develop technical skills
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, technical and professional standards, including Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards and General Accepted Auditing Standards
- Ability to confirm accuracy, integrity, and conformance to rules, regulations, standards and to recognize deficiencies in controls or other weaknesses
- Ability to recognize routine problems and identify reportable issues
This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.
OSA is the state’s Fiscal Watchdog. We hold state government and entities that receive public money accountable, working on behalf of North Carolinians to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.
Learn more about our office here! Why Work for the NC Office of The State Auditor?
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits including:
- Work-Life Balance:
- 40-hour work week with flexible schedule options and the ability to earn compensatory time off
- Generous paid time off each year
- Competitive pay and affordable health insurance options
- NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator
- Enrollment in the state's pension plan and options for additional supplemental savings
- An opportunity to work with a team of professionals to make a difference in state government
- If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more
- The Office of the State Auditor uses the Merit-Based Recruitment & Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) with highly qualified individuals.
- In order to receive credit for work history and credential you must complete the online application completely. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit.
- You can attach resumes, cover letters, reference information as supplemental information, but this will NOT be used in lieu of a completed state application.
- If you have earned a foreign degree, an official evaluation for United States equivalency is required and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification purposes.
- The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members
- Reference checks will be performed on all top finalists.
What We Offer
~1 min readSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
A bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Olivia Ann GillespieRecruitment@NCAuditor.Gov
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- October 5, 2026
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- October 5, 2026
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