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Job Overview: 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical External Auditor to conduct audits and reviews of state and federally funded programs. This position involves performing financial, compliance, and operational audits of both simple and complex programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and collaboratively, providing critical insights to improve efficiency, accountability, and compliance across agencies and providers.

Office of Audits:  The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities certifies Medicaid Providers to provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities.  The Audit Office reviews claims paid to ensure the Medicaid Providers' service and support documentation validates Medicaid reimbursement and Medicaid Providers are compliant with Ohio Administrative Code requirements.   Additionally, the Audit Office performs A-133 subrecipient monitoring reviews for the Federal program funds pass-through to subrecipients.

Auditing is defined as:   Performing audits of external organizations to ensure financial statements conform to generally accepted accounting principles, internal audits of other departments, or internal/external reviews of areas to evaluate the adequacy of systems of internal controls and/or compliance with policies, rules, or regulations. Performing various comparisons of invoices to required supporting documentation in order to pay an invoice, performance of payroll/timesheet/expense verifications, inventory, year-end reconciliations, cash, reconciliations, and/or any other clerical activities shall not constitute experience performing internal or external audit functions.

What will you do?

• Conduct routine audits (financial, compliance, and operational) of simply structured and/or complex programs.

• Review and analyze records, systems, internal controls, and organizational structures.

• Conduct interviews with employees and program staff to gather audit evidence.

• Identify potential issues, prepare questions, and conduct entrance and exit conferences.

• Assist in determining audit scope, procedures, and testing methodology.

• Support senior auditors in conducting non-routine audits.

• Complete audit work within assigned timelines and budgeted hours.

• Review providers receiving federal funding (e.g., through Medicaid HCBS waivers and Title XX).

• Analyze data for deficiencies, fraud, duplication, or noncompliance.

• Review sub-recipient Federal Single Audit reports under Titles XIX/XXI for compliance with federal, state, and agency requirements.

• Draft preliminary and final audit reports, including findings and recommendations.

• Prepare written correspondence requesting corrective action and follow up to assess adequacy of responses.

• Coordinate with internal divisions to validate financial disbursements and ensure accuracy.

• Stay current with relevant laws and regulations, including:

  • Ohio Revised Code

  • Ohio Administrative Code

  • Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)

  • OMB Circular A-87 and other applicable federal guidance

• Utilize Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams) to manage workload and documentation.

• Maintain and update electronic files, spreadsheets, and audit reports.

• Apply current technology and methods to enhance audit efficiency and minimize costs.

What's in it for you:

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

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan. 

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.

Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance

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

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees.  The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement.  The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary.  Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

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. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact EEO by email at EEO-DiversityAffairs@dodd.ohio.gov. 

3 yrs. exp. in auditing or accounting which must have included 18 mos. auditing exp. in accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies &/or procedures as specified on agency position description.
-Or completion of undergraduate core coursework in accounting, business administration, computer science or related field; 12 mos. exp. in auditing or accounting which must have included auditing.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Auditing