Staff Auditor Internal Audit

Position: Staff Auditor Internal Audit

Date Posted: August 3, 2025

Industry: Government / Public Sector

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: 2+ Years (including 1+ year in internal audit)

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related field (Associate’s degree with 7 years of directly relevant experience may substitute)

Location: New York, USA

Company: Empire State Development

Description:

Empire State Development (ESD) is currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Staff Auditor to join its Internal Audit team in New York. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and mission-driven government organization committed to enhancing economic development across the state. The position is primarily in-office, though hybrid work arrangements may be available depending on duties and aligned with ESD policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform financial, operational, compliance, and program audits under supervision.
• Assess internal and management control systems, identify financial errors, and evaluate overall risk.
• Analyze the effectiveness of various programs or operations, providing written recommendations and gathering management feedback.
• Maintain a broad view when assessing financial and procedural risks, recognizing cross-departmental impacts.
• Handle one or more audit projects simultaneously while ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Assist in preparing draft audit reports for senior leadership review.
• Support the organization’s internal control certification process.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a finance-related field is required. Candidates with an associate’s degree and 7 years of directly relevant experience may be considered.
• Experience: At least two years of overall professional experience, including at least one year in internal auditing. Additional relevant experience in private industry or public sector is highly desirable, especially in areas like finance, HR, marketing, information systems, or operations.
• Knowledge: Solid grasp of internal/government auditing practices, control principles, and risk analysis. Proficient written and verbal communication skills and basic computer proficiency, including spreadsheet and word processing tools.

Alternate Internal Candidate Path:

• Internal ESD employees with five or more years of satisfactory service in a relevant role may qualify. Up to two years of military service or accredited post-secondary education can be counted toward this service requirement.

Additional Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Full range of comprehensive benefits

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