Internal Auditor (260006WI)
: Budget and Management
Agency Contact Name and Information: derek.talib@obm.ohio.gov
: Sep 26, 2026, 3:59:00 AM
James A Rhodes Office Tower 35
30 East Broad Street 35th Floor
Columbus 43215
: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation: 31.47 -46.08
: Full-time
Work Hours: 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
: Auditing
Technical Skills: Auditing
Professional Skills: Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Building Trust
Agency OverviewWhat We Do:The Ohio Office of Budget and Management (OBM) is the fiscal backbone of the State of Ohio enterprise. OBM works with the Governor and every state agency in providing policy analysis, fiscal research, and financial management services. We help state agencies shape Ohio’s future by ensuring the proper and responsible use of state resources!
What we need you to do:This position evaluates business programs and related federal, compliance, and operational processes to provide objective conclusions and recommendations. The Internal Auditor brings a systematic approach to analyze the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls. This role relies heavily on your ability to work independently and as part of a team to perform quality work that adheres to professional internal audit standards. Duties include:Managing responsibilities and multiple concurrent projects with tight timelines.Executing detailed audit work programs and analytical procedures.Exhibiting the highest level of objectivity in gathering, evaluating, and communicating information about the activity or process being reviewed.Conducting interviews and walkthroughs with agency subject matter experts.Determining underlying causes of issues and developing recommendations to adequately address identified issues.Preparing clear and concise written observations.Maintaining up to date and organized working papers and appropriate documentation to support results.College Students:College graduates that do not have 12 months of internal or external auditing experience required for this position may still meet minimum qualifications by including internship (paid or unpaid) experience as long as it was in a related field.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Apply today for the next step in your career and an opportunity to contribute in shaping Ohio’s future!Why Work for the State of OhioAt 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.
3 yrs. exp. in internal or external auditing
-Or completion of undergraduate core program in accounting, finance, public or business administration, economics, or related field; 12 mos. exp. in internal or external auditing.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Job Skills: AuditingSupplemental InformationWhen completing your application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. If you require reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email the Human Resources contact on this posting so arrangements can be made.This is a position that reports in office (5) days a week.The Director of OBM, or their designee, will interview all final candidates for this position. The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. ADA StatementOhio 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.Drug-Free WorkplaceThe State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state. We are a team of dedicated public servants committed to high performance, innovative thinking, and delivering excellent and efficient services. Our goal is to recruit and retain the best talent for our positions, because when we have the best talent, we get the best results for our community. We are #TeamOhio.
