Six (6) years of practical, progressively responsible accounting or auditing experience at the professional level, or
Hold a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field or
Meet 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).
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Agency information:
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 your current resume and cover letter, and copies of post-secondary transcripts.
Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.
To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov
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, 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 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 ($395.72 annual value).
Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
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 Fami
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offParental leave
Additional Information
If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.
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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Opening Date: June 9, 2026
Closing Date: June 23, 2026
Job Class Code: 0771
Grade: 22 (Prof. & Tech. Svcs.)
Salary: $48,360.00 - $67,475.20 per year*
*This is inclusive of a 2.50% recruitment and retention stipend
Position Number: 02010-3236, 02000-3265, 02010-3167
Location: Augusta
These are full-time positions located in Augusta, Maine and allow for partial telework with management approval.
Core Responsibilities:
As a Staff Auditor I you will:
- Perform professional audit work under direction of senior auditors on MaineCare Providers and/or Community Agencies who receive state and federal funds through contracts with DHHS.
- Complete financial and/or compliance audits for conformance to established laws, rules, regulations and standards.
- Have opportunities to grow personally and professionally as you acquire knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and Federal grants.
Maine · Augusta, ME