Financial Auditor (Governmental Auditor 2)

Initial Posting Date:

11/10/2026

Application Deadline:

11/24/2026

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$5,193 - $7,968

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Financial Auditor (Governmental Auditor 2)

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

 

Opportunity awaits! Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of Oregonians while learning and growing in your career? We’re looking for a motivated, adaptable, and detail-oriented individual with strong organizational, time management, and communication skills. If you enjoy collaboration, embracing change, and supporting others, we want to hear from you!

 

We are seeking to hire a (Governmental Auditor 2) to join our Office of Developmental Disabilities Services (ODDS), on the Provider Administration Unit (PAU) team. Vanessa Richkind is the hiring manager, and this will be hybrid work model.

 

Note: A cover letter is required, (please limit it to only two pages.) Failure to submit the required cover letter will result in disqualification of your application.

 

To review the full list of duties and responsibilities, please click here to view the Position Description (PD).

 

Summary of Duties

The Office of Developmental Disabilities Services (ODDS), Provider Administration Unit (PAU) administers state and federally funded programs for persons with intellectual and/or other development disabilities (I/DD). Services generally include residential services, employment services, family support, case management and crises services. Services are generally delivered by county governments or the private-non-profit subcontract agencies, or through contracts executive directly between the ODDS and the service provider. Over 31,000 Oregonians are receiving one or more of these services in various programs located throughout the State during the biennium. ODDS PAU activities include program planning, resource development, standard setting, contract administration, consultation, technical assistance and program/contract monitoring/evaluation.

 

In February 2022, Senate Bill 1548 was passed which includes mandates to ensure fiscal transparency of community-based service providers that provide services to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) and to ensure individuals with I/DD receive high quality services from providers/contractors that are licensed, certified, or endorsed by ODDS to provide community-based services.

 

As a Financial Auditor, you will work alongside the Senior Financial Auditor and other Financial Auditors to: 

• Review annual community-based ODDS provider’s, case management entities, and contractors’ financial statements, review reports and audit reports, to analyze financial health and evaluate compliance with contract language.
• Review and analyze other financial reports, such as bank statements and tax returns alongside the financial reports to analyze financial health.
• Communicate regularly with and educate providers, Case Management Entities, contractors, and other partners in the financial review process.
• Report to lead and/or management any concerns discovered in audits, reports and/or other communications with providers.
• Make oral and written presentations to management discussing deficiencies, recommending corrective action, and suggesting improvements in internal controls, operations, and cost-effective measures.
• Assist in the development of corrective action plans.

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

A bachelor’s degree in a business-related field, such as business administration, public administration, finance, economics, computer science, etc. AND two years of auditing experience.

 

20-quarter hours of college courses in a business or financial field, such as business administration, public administration, finance, economics, computer science, etc. AND two additional years of auditing experience may substitute for the degree.

 

Successful completion of the duties and training as an Oregon Governmental Auditor (Entry) will substitute for one year of auditing experience.

 

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

• Cultural Responsiveness and Inclusion: Ensuring all individuals, regardless of their cultures, identities, and backgrounds, are valued.
• Financial Compliance and Reporting: Reviewing financial statements and reports to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal rules and regulations.
• Financial Analysis and Reconciliation: Analyzing financial report accounts and reconciliations, as well as preparing supporting work papers.
• Risk Analysis and Internal Controls: Performing risk analysis to evaluate management’s internal controls.
• Accounting Principles and Methods: Utilizing generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), as well as other non-GAAP accounting methods.
• Investigations: Experience conducting confidential and/or specialized investigations, such as healthcare fraud or financial fraud. This experience is preferred.
• Technical Skills and Communication: Using advanced-level Microsoft Excel or comparable electronic spreadsheet software, and producing highly professional written and verbal communications and presentations.

 

Attention all candidates! A cover letter is required, (please limit it to only two pages.) Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history. Failure to submit the required cover letter will result in disqualification of your application.

• Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Please make sure your application materials, resume and job history, are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range during the Equal Pay Assessment (previously known as Pay Equity Assessment). If you are selected as the final candidate and a degree is listed as a minimum qualification for the position, please be prepared to provide verification of your completed education before moving forward in the hiring process. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.
• The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. Immediately after you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

 

Working Conditions

• Your typical work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST).
• Work is performed in a highly visible, professional office environment or remotely. Work may require irregular hours (i.e., weekends; holidays; nights). In and out of state travel for job-related purposes may be required. This position may be performed in an office setting or remote only if a separate secure location with locking door is available due to the confidential nature of this work.
• Hybrid work format will be considered in filling this position. Your official workstation will be at our Salem office but the opportunity for remote work at a local office or other remote location will be considered depending on work performance and business need. The ability to report to Salem is required when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities.
• A metric goal will be communicated to staff and will be expected to be met to continue remote work. If staff cannot maintain monthly goals or metrics, a hybrid or in-office work may be required to continue.
• Scope and priority of projects must be intensely monitored, and frequent adjustments are required.
• You will work in an environment with frequently changing priorities.
• You will work directly with service providers and contractors, who are at times may be highly distressed.
• Due to ever-changing priorities, you will continually need to make changes to task scheduling and workload requirements.
• You must adapt quickly to business procedure evolution and ever-changing system and program needs.

 

 

Background Checks and Requirements

• If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

 

Benefits 

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
• Cost of Living Adjustments.
• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
• Amazing benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

 

Employment Preference

Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference:

• How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans, Disabled Veterans & Servicemember Preference Resources & Information.

 

General Information

• This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range (AA-Rate). If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95% (AP-Rate). Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details, or you may visit our website for information on Pay Equity.

 

Contact Information 

We invite you to contact the ADA.DHS@dhsoha.state.or.us for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.

• The recruiter for this position is Dereen Jalal. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number: REQ-208995.
• Email: Dereen.Jalal@odhs.oregon.gov
• Phone (call or text): 503-910-7744