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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Date: August 28, 2028

Closing Date: September 11, 2028

Job Class Code: 0773

Grade: 27 (Supervisory)

Salary: $67,306.61 - $95,038.38* per year

*This is inclusive of an 8.66% recruitment & retention stipend.

Location: Augusta

This position allows for partial telework with management approval.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

As a Senior Auditor you will:

• Work on the Internal Audit team monitoring all audits of the Department’s programs.
• Work with the State Auditor and the Controller’s Office to effectuate timely responses to inquiries and keep the audit process moving.
• Utilize your knowledge of Department programs, the Uniform Guidance, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards to perform professional auditing work of a supervisory and highly independent nature. 
• Mentor and provide supervision to audit staff by providing technical support and guidance to other auditors engaged in their audit assignments, by interpreting established department program reimbursement regulations and policies, and by performing staff case reviews.
• Assist Management in the annual planning and implementing of work schedules and work programs for meeting the Division’s audit oversight responsibilities.
• Be detail oriented, able to work independently, possess a high level of initiative in the performance of your daily work activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify, your background must include Certification as a CPA, CIA, or CISA OR a Masters Degree in Business Administration, or related field and one year of accounting or auditing experience;

                                                                           OR

a Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field and three years of progressively responsible accounting and auditing experience or one year of directly related auditing experience in a government environment which includes experience as a working supervisor or in an equivalent capacity;

                                                                           OR

meets the requirements to sit for the Certified Public Accountant’s Examination (at least 150 semester hours of education, including a minimum 4-year baccalaureate or higher degree conferred by a college or university acceptable to the board, and shall consist of at least 15 hours of accounting, auditing and ethics (which must include at least three hours of auditing and three hours of accounting), and three years of progressively responsible accounting and auditing experience or one year of directly related auditing experience in a government environment which includes experience as a working supervisor or in an equivalent capacity;

                                                                           OR

ten (10) years of practical, progressively responsible accounting or auditing experience at the professional level.

The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Demonstrated experience in reviewing complex financial records to determine compliance with Uniform Guidance and MAAP regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to research laws, regulations, and highly technical accounting and/or policy issues and offer sound advice to Department Management.
• Demonstrated experience in reviewing audit work papers prepared by junior auditors or CPAs.
• Exceptional communication skills and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Highly organized self-starter capable of using professional judgement, prioritizing responsiveness, and applying analytical thought for problem resolution.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to business needs while balancing multiple tasks and priorities.

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Agency information: 

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The Division of Audit is seeking a highly talented individual who will represent our A.U.D.I.T. values (Accountability, Unity, Dependability, Integrity, and Trust) in all they do. 

The Division of Audit provides a variety of training opportunities to its staff.

Application Information:

For additional information about this position please contact Herb Downs, Director-DHHS Audit at (207) 287-2778. 

To apply, please upload a current resume, cover letter addressing each of the 6 competency areas identified in the Minimum Qualifications Section, and copies of post-secondary transcripts.

Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.

To request a paper application, please contact [email protected]

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.