Internal Auditor I (#MABD01)
$41,255.00 Yearly Min / $51,569.00 Yearly Mid / $61,883.00 Yearly Max

Internal Auditor II (#MABD02)
$46,714.00 Yearly Min / $58,393.00 Yearly Mid / $70,072.00 Yearly Max

Internal Auditor III (#MABD03)
$52,894.00 Yearly Min / $66,118.00 Yearly Mid / $79,342.00 Yearly Max

Internal Auditor Supervisor (#MABD04)
$59,894.00 Yearly Min / $74,867.00 Yearly Mid / $89,840.00 Yearly Max

Internal Auditor Manager (#MABD05)
$67,818.00 Yearly Min / $84,773.00 Yearly Mid / $101,728.00 Yearly Max

Internal Auditors conduct financial, compliance, economy and efficiency, information technology and program results audits of State Agencies and associated contractors, subcontractors, municipalities, vendors or providers.  Audit goals are to objectively determine compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations and ensure effective and efficient projects and operations.  Audits may relate to general accounting practices or to a single regulatory field and employees may work independently or as a member of an audit team.  

Employees apply professional knowledge of auditing standards, methods, techniques and best practices, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), as well as use discretion and independent judgement to perform internal auditing work. Work includes researching, compiling, and analyzing financial and other records; preparing audit plans; scheduling and performing audits which may include interviews or field audits; requesting records and documents; performing audit tests; and writing audit reports detailing recommendations for corrective action with supporting documentation.  

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Conducts internal financial, compliance, economy and efficiency, information technology and program results audits of State Agencies and associated contractors, subcontractors, municipalities, vendors or providers to ensure effective, efficient and compliant projects and operations.


• Identifies and reviews relevant records or operations and conducts interviews of staff, management or others, which may include field investigations, to obtain and clarify information.


• Analyzes financial and other records, to determine accuracy and compliance with state or federal laws, rules and regulations, as well as applicable agreements, contracts and grants.


• Performs audit tests and identifies exceptions and noncompliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.


• Prepares and submits audit summaries and reports that clearly and accurately document audit findings, supporting facts and recommendations. 


• Explains audit findings and makes recommendations for corrective action; conducts post audits to determine if audit recommendations have been implemented. 


• Completes continuing education to remain current on auditing standards, methods, techniques, and best practices. 


• Uses commercial and proprietary automated information systems and computer software to research, review, analyze, document and report on relevant audit information.   


• Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external customers and the public in person, electronically, or by written communication.   


• Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races. 

This is entry level internal auditing work of State Agencies and associated contractors, subcontractors, municipalities, vendors or providers to determine compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations and ensure efficient and effective operations.  Employees perform the full range of Essential Functions, completing routine and standardized assignments under close supervision. 

• Receives close supervision from an Internal Auditor Supervisor or higher; the supervisor provides specific instructions on all assignments, and frequent and detailed review of progress, accuracy, and quality of work.  Supervisor advice or assistance is readily available.  
• Conducts less complex audits of financial and other records and supporting documentation and participates in more complex audits and projects.
• Seeks guidance from higher-level staff on work that is outside a range of specified, acceptable procedures, standards, alternatives, and practices.
• Assists with creating an audit plan and schedules interviews or on-site visits.
• Learns to apply appropriate auditing methods and techniques and how to identify exceptions, non-compliance and other issues.  
• Communicates effectively with internal and external staff and management, and state, federal, or other agencies to gather, evaluate, and clarify information.    

Internal Auditor II  

This is experienced level internal auditing work of State Agencies and associated contractors, subcontractors, municipalities, vendors or providers to determine compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations and ensure efficient and effective operations.  In addition to work performed by an Internal Auditor I, employees independently perform the full range of Essential Functions under general supervision.

• Receives general supervision from an Internal Auditor Supervisor or higher; the supervisor provides general direction on all assignments, and regular review of progress, accuracy, and quality of work.  Supervisory advice or assistance is provided as needed. 
• Plans and defines the scope of audits and selects appropriate auditing methods and techniques.
• Participates in complex audits and projects which may include working as a member of an audit team.
• Independently evaluates adequacy of operational controls, conducts risk assessments, and assesses financial viability and stability of the organization; identifies issues, non-compliance or areas of improvement.
• Ensures appropriate and allowable use of funding, expenses, costs, labor rates, and reimbursements, and works with project managers and agency staff to make adjustments based on findings.
• May lead staff by assigning, monitoring, and reviewing work and providing on-the-job training, guidance, and direction.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external staff and management, and state, federal, or other agencies to gather, evaluate and clarify information and provide technical recommendations, guidance, and direction.

This is advanced level internal auditing work of State Agencies and associated contractors, subcontractors, municipalities, vendors or providers to determine compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations and ensure efficient and effective operations.  In addition to work performed by an Internal Auditor II, employees independently conduct complex internal audits with minimal supervision in multiple audit specialty areas such as financial, compliance, economy, efficiency or information technology.  Examples of factors contributing to complexity include the volume and breadth of governing statutes and regulations, and the nature of the audit issues presented, such as those requiring extensive research, testing, or sampling, those that are atypical, new, or involve substantial dollar amounts or significant non-compliance.   

• Receives minimal supervision from an Internal Auditor Supervisor or higher; the supervisor defines objectives, priorities, and deadlines and assists the employee with unusual situations.
• Conducts and recommends action for complex audits of financial and other records and supporting documentation that have a broad impact, involve large-scale projects, or require the interpretation of multiple and diverse state or federal laws, rules and regulations, applicable agreements, contracts and grants.
• Manages multiple audits simultaneously, including planning, prioritizing, and defining the scope of audits, selecting appropriate auditing methods and techniques, and determining if a field investigation is warranted.
• Recommends changes to operational controls, policies, procedures or other processes to ensure compliance and minimize risk.
• Leads staff which may include leading an audit team or projects, by assigning, monitoring, and reviewing work and providing on-the-job training, guidance, and direction.
• May participate in internal or external peer reviews of other auditing staff reports, memorandums and risk assessments for compliance and accuracy before distribution.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external staff and management, and state, federal, or other agencies to provide education and training on unfamiliar concepts, facilitate meetings, and identify and resolve challenges, needs, and complaints.    

This level supervises internal audit work of State Agencies and associated contractors, subcontractors, municipalities, vendors or providers to determine compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations and ensure efficient and effective operations.  In addition to work performed by an Internal Auditor III, employees supervise internal auditing work, research and resolve escalated issues, and ensure proper training and development of staff. 

• Receives general direction and guidance from an Internal Auditor Manager or higher in terms of broad goals and objectives; employee establishes the methods for achieving goals and objectives and supervises daily operations.
• Supervision is exercised over two or more merit full-time positions per the Merit Rules. The elements of supervision include planning, assigning, reviewing, evaluating, coaching, training, recommending hire or fire, and discipline.   
• Develops staff by assigning increasingly complex work, ensuring completion of continuing education and training, and that staff are up to date on policies and procedures impacting assigned audit area.  
• Establishes audit schedules and assists in developing annual audit plan; determines objectives, timeframes and scope of audits. 
• Makes decisions on complex or unusual challenges (highest level of non-managerial expertise); and only escalates or advises management when necessary.
• Oversees auditing work for adherence to audit standards, best practices, and applicable state or federal laws, rules and regulations, agreements, contracts and grants.
• Evaluates auditing operations and performance; makes recommendations such as new or revised processes and procedures that facilitate effectiveness and compliance.
• Analyzes reports and data prepared by staff, identifies and resolves risk management issues.  
• Conducts regular staff meetings to ensure deadlines and performance measures are met and monitors workflow to adjust unit priorities.   
• Communicates effectively with internal and external staff and management, and state, federal, or other agencies to ensure compliance and accuracy of internal audits supervised, resolve findings, discuss resolution plans, and identify and resolve complex or unusual challenges.

This level manages internal audits of State Agencies and associated contractors, subcontractors, municipalities, vendors or providers to determine compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations and ensure efficient and effective operations.  This level is distinguished from previous levels by developing and managing a department's auditing section and audit plan through subordinate supervisory staff.  Work includes providing expertise in the assigned audit areas, and decisions made directly impact compliance and risk management of State operations.  

• Receives general direction and guidance from an administrative supervisor in terms of broad goals and objectives; employee establishes the methods for achieving goals and objectives and manages daily operations.
• Develops annual audit plan based on risk assessments, auditing standards, departmental concerns and management requests; identifies entities to be audited and time and resources required to conduct audits.
• Supervises operations directly and through supervisors. Supervision is exercised over two or more merit full-time positions per the Merit Rules. The elements of supervision include planning, assigning, reviewing, evaluating, coaching, training, recommending hire or fire and discipline. 
• Provides expertise in resolving complex audit issues and provides interpretation and application of current and revised laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Analyzes data and other research to identify needs and areas of improvement and makes recommendations to leadership on new or revised operational controls, policies, procedures or other processes to ensure compliance and minimize risk.
• Establishes, implements and enforces internal auditing standards.
• Manages and oversees the completion of internal or external peer reviews of other auditing staff reports, memorandums and risk assessments for compliance and accuracy before distribution.
• Manages unit budgets, grants, or contracts.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external staff and management, and state, federal, or other agencies to resolve complex challenges, provide technical guidance on the proper interpretation of applicable laws, rules, and regulations, agreements, contracts and grants, and gain consensus on all phases of internal audits.

The listed knowledge, skills, and abilities give a general indication of the core requirements for all positions in the class series; therefore, the KSAs listed are not exhaustive or necessarily inclusive of the requirements of every position in the class.

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). 
• Knowledge of auditing standards, methods, techniques, and best practices.  
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, codes, standards, policies, and procedures.  
• Knowledge of computer-assisted auditing techniques and related software.  
• Knowledge of interviewing methods and techniques.  
• Skill in using computer software and automated information systems to research and analyze data. 
• Ability to compile, analyze, and interpret data and evaluate compliance. 
• Ability to recognize deficiencies in accounting, compliance, and management controls.
• Ability to make well-reasoned and timely decisions and logical conclusions based on careful, objective review and analysis of available information.  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people.  
• Ability to write clear, concise working papers, analysis summaries, draft findings and recommendations. 
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of internal and external documents and information. 

• Knowledge of effective corrective measures for bringing accounts and operations into compliance. 
• Skill in applying auditing standards, methods, and techniques to plan and conduct internal audits.
• Skill in applying interview and evidence-gathering methods and techniques.
• Skill in interpreting, explaining, and determining compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, codes, standards, policies, and procedures.  
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders.  
• Ability to recommend financial or other adjustments based on audit findings.
• Ability to coordinate with program managers and agency staff to gather, clarify and explain information. 
• Ability to resolve challenges independently and escalate as appropriate. 

• Knowledge of emerging trends and best practices in assigned auditing area. 
• Skill in applying advanced auditing standards, methods, and techniques to plan, prioritize, and conduct complex internal audits.
• Skill in conducting audits in multiple specialty areas such as financial, compliance, economy, efficiency or information technology audit engagements.
• Skill in recommending changes to operational controls, policies, procedures or other processes to ensure compliance and minimize risk.
• Skill in preparing and interpreting a variety of reports.   
• Skill in leading meetings, conference calls, or on-site visits to elicit information.
• Ability to foster collaboration.
• Ability to provide training, guidance, and direction to staff.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision. 
• Knowledge of policy and procedure development. 
• Skill in anticipating and resolving challenges, risks and facilitating compliance.
• Ability to apply past practices and experience to resolve escalated challenges and sensitive matters while ensuring consistent technical guidance is given.  
• Ability to analyze new and revised applicable laws, rules, and regulations to determine impacts.   
• Ability to assess the professional development needs of staff and provide opportunities to maximize their skills and meet professional auditing standards.   
• Ability to set unit priorities, performance standards and monitor outcomes.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of management. 
• Knowledge of program development and evaluation. 
• Knowledge of strategic policy formulation and evaluation. 
• Skill in developing policies and procedures. 
• Skill in analyzing and evaluating operations and performance to make recommendations on improvements. 
• Skill in managing an audit section and related resources that meet the State's mission, goals, and objectives. 
• Skill in the preparation and presentation of complex technical subject matter.
• Ability to recognize and integrate diverse or conflicting priorities.