Sohara Monaghan

Sohara Monaghan currently serves as a Senior Performance Auditor at the Washington State Auditor's Office, where she plays a pivotal role in enhancing government accountability and operational efficiency. Leveraging over 15 years of extensive experience in performance and operational audits, Sohara specializes in delivering value-added insights that drive meaningful improvements across state agencies and public organizations. Her expertise encompasses managing all phases of complex performance audits—from initial scoping and planning to fieldwork, analysis, and reporting—ensuring that each project aligns with strategic objectives and regulatory standards. Sohara’s leadership in developing comprehensive audit workplans, scoping memos, and key deliverables ensures that her teams produce high-quality, actionable reports within established timelines and budgets.

In her current role, Sohara excels in risk assessment and qualitative research, applying critical thinking and data analysis to identify operational vulnerabilities and opportunities for process optimization. She fosters cross-team collaboration, guiding audit teams through rigorous quality assurance processes and ensuring that findings are clear, impactful, and supported by robust evidence. Her strong communication skills enable her to effectively present complex audit results to stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making and policy development. Additionally, Sohara is committed to staff development, providing training and mentorship to cultivate high-performing teams capable of delivering innovative solutions. Her dedication to continuous improvement and her strategic approach to program management make her an invaluable asset to the Washington State Auditor’s Office, where her work consistently promotes transparency, accountability, and positive organizational change.