Quality Assurance and Technical Specialist 1

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage


• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period


• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year


• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave


• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)


• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

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. This is your opportunity to apply your expertise while promoting accountability, transparency, and public trust across Ohio. 

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What You'll Do:

• Assist in the development of Ohio Compliance Supplement guidance and testing procedures specific to Ohio College 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.

Why work for the Auditor of State?

The Auditor of State’s office is the state’s top financial watchdog. AOS Staff maintain the integrity of state fiscal operations while working in an unmatched flexible environment. Benefits include:

1. Hybrid work environment
2. Four- or Five- Day Flexible Work Schedule
3. Merit-Based Internal Promotion Structure
4. CPA and Professional Certification Reimbursement Program
5. Medical Benefits (Dental and Vision)
6. Retirement Planning
7. Work/Life Balance

These are just a few of the incredible benefits that the AOS has to offer you. We can offer you a meaningful career in public service!

With a statewide staff of more than 800 auditors and other professionals, the Auditor of State's office is responsible for auditing all public offices in Ohio, (nearly 6,000 entities). This includes cities, counties, villages, townships and schools. 

Educational and Capability Requirements:

• Completion of undergraduate core program in accounting, financial, business administration, or public administration

-AND-

• Two Years of experience in one of the following:

o   college financial reporting

o   internal audit at a college/university

o   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; interpreting 
• -CPA, CFE, or CGFM certifications are preferred

Desired Characteristics

You are detail-oriented, organized, reliable, and able to work independently under time constraints. You demonstrate strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, communicate information professionally both orally and in writing, and work effectively with people at all levels. You are willing 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.

The AOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the AOS to prohibit discrimination and harassment of applicants and employees, due to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, age (40 years or older), veteran status or military status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a nursing mother, status as a parent of a young child, or status as a foster parent. Discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation will not be tolerated.