Professional Auditor

Location: Columbia

Salary: $52,100.00 - $88,600.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number:
Agency: State Auditor's Office
Division: Audits
Opening Date: 03/03/2026
Closing Date: 3/31/2026 11:59 AM Eastern
Class Code:: GEN
09
Position Number::
Normal

Work Schedule:

: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Band 5
Hiring Range - Min.: $57,375.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $62,000.00
Opening Date: 03/03/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: A copy of your resume (including GPA in major and overall) with optional cover letter is required.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
THERE ARE MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSTING
Come join our Team! The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is looking for eager, enthusiastic, career driven individuals to join our dynamic audit team where your skills can be used to assure transparency and accountability in state government. This is an entry level position. If you're a recent graduate or looking to make a change to your career path, this position may be a great fit for you.
As a Professional Auditor you will be part of a team-driven approach that conducts financial and compliance engagements related to state entities or to financial and statistical reports filed by providers of Medicaid services. The Professional Auditor will assist the engagement team to develop an approach to the assignment, as well as develop work papers to support the engagement methodology. The Professional Auditor position requires strong communication skills, a desire to learn, a general knowledge of the principles of accounting and auditing, basic computer skills, and excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.

The Professional Auditor must be willing to work in a team environment.
WHO WE ARE:

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) serves as the independent audit function for the State of South Carolina. Our mission is to promote trust and confidence in state government. OSA is organized into three service delivery divisions:
State Agency, Medicaid, and Internal Audit Services, supported by an Administration division.
The Office of the State Auditor offers a flexible hours/work location policy that fosters an ideal work/life balance. Our work week consist of 37.5 hours for a 1,950 hour work year.
We offer tuition assistance and certification reimbursement. We encourage professional growth and encourage our employees to pursue their CPA. As well, employees who utilize our Certification Assistance Program will be given 8 hours of in office study time. The Office of the State Auditor offers a defined career path and promotes internal advancement within the agency.
Our organizational culture is focused on personal development and mentorship. We value our employees and are committed to aiding in employees professional and personal development.
The Office of the State Auditor participates in various community outreach programs. All employees are given the opportunity to give back to the community while bonding with their team members.
OSA is committed to a diverse workforce by providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, or disability.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
• General knowledge of the principles of accounting and auditing
• Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel to engagement sites which are generally located within the metropolitan Columbia area; minimal overnight travel required

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 in major and overall preferred
• A bachelor's degree which includes at least 24 credit hours of accounting, 12 of which must be junior-level courses or above
• Interest in seeking CPA

Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan…