Office of the Auditor General Employment Opportunities

Michigan Office of the
Auditor General
Thomas H. McTavish, C.P.A.
Auditor General

Office of the Auditor General Employment Opportunities

CHALLENGING AND REWARDING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The mission of the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) is to improve the accountability for public funds and to improve the operations of State government for the benefit of the citizens of the State of Michigan. It is essential that the OAG have and maintain a staff of the highest quality and integrity to accomplish this mission. Our employees are very talented and are challenged every day by the varied situations and experiences they encounter.

If you would like to find out more about a rewarding and enjoyable career at the OAG, we encourage you to look over the following pages as well as our

recruiting brochure and benefits booklet.

RECRUITING TALENTED CANDIDATES We actively recruit talented candidates throughout the State of Michigan. Formal recruiting usually begins on the college campus. We regularly visit a number of colleges and universities in Michigan and conduct brief interviews with candidates. We also invite candidates to interview in our office. These interviews, along with applicant resumes and transcripts, help us to assess the candidates' skills and abilities and compatibility with our organization.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are looking for top-notch accounting graduates and information systems graduates with the ability to analyze and synthesize information and reach logical sound conclusions. Although we operate similarly to a public accounting firm, candidates should be interested in working in a government setting. Well-developed oral and written communication skills are essential.

Accounting graduates should have an interest in both financial and performance auditing and an understanding of professional accounting and auditing standards. A working knowledge of computer technology, including the ability to use a personal computer, is desirable. Candidates must have the ability to communicate clearly with agency staff, members of the Legislature, and all levels of OAG management and staff and must demonstrate a desire to work in a team setting. We also look for candidates who have an interest in becoming professionally licensed as Certified Public Accountants.

Information systems graduates should be ready to apply their technical knowledge to real-world situations and should demonstrate an interest in working in an auditing environment. Candidates should also have the ability to communicate clearly with all levels of OAG management and staff.

We offer the new employee the chance to develop a rewarding career and many lasting relationships. Our diverse employees work on audit teams and this team approach acts as a catalyst for developing strong business and personal relationships. You will be working side-by-side with top-notch auditors who were recruited because they were exceptional, highly motivated accounting graduates.

Our ability to attract first-rate auditors is enhanced by our working conditions, employee benefits, and the fact that our work is qualifying experience to earn the Certified Public Accountant certificate. The majority of our work is performed during normal business hours. We offer a very competitive starting salary and most auditors reach the journey staff auditor level within two years. New auditors also receive a very attractive benefit package including options for health, dental, and vision insurances, long-term disability income protection, retirement savings and deferred compensation (401K and 457) plans, life insurance, and the option of choosing a flexible work schedule. During the first year, new auditors earn approximately 2 weeks of vacation and twelve paid holidays.

We also offer our staff a full range of continuing professional education opportunities. In addition to professional development seminars designed to improve and maintain your knowledge and skills, we offer financial and other assistance to help you obtain your CPA certificate. We have a partial tuition reimbursement program to assist those who would like to continue their education in pursuit of a graduate degree.

INTERESTED? If you are interested in being considered for a position with our office, please print and complete the

Office of the Auditor General Application and the

State of Michigan Applicant Information Worksheet and mail them along with a cover letter, resume, and an official copy of your college transcript to:

Office of the Auditor General
201 N. Washington Square, Suite 600
Lansing, Michigan 48913

We will get in touch with you as soon as we have reviewed your application materials. And thank you for your interest in the Office of the Auditor General!

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This page was updated on 3/18/08.