Maria Stamoulis
Maria Stamoulis is an experienced Audit Manager at the New York State Education Department with over 5 years of experience in auditing. She has a background in managing internal audits, developing training programs, and collaborating across state and local government agencies. Maria is known for her ability to lead teams, design policies and procedures that improve operational efficiency, and build meaningful relationships with stakeholders. She combines her technical skills with exceptional interpersonal communication, leveraging her bi-cultural Greek-American heritage and fluency in English and Greek to connect across diverse audiences.
Prior to her current role, Maria held various positions at the Office of the NYS Comptroller and the New York State Senate, where she provided training to local government officials, contributed to local government fiscal oversight, and administered grants. She also manages residential rental properties, demonstrating a practical understanding of property management and tenant relations. Maria holds an MBA and a BA from Union College. She is an active community member, serving as a board member of the St. George Greek Orthodox Church and engaging in professional development through organizations like Toastmasters International.
Colleagues recognize Maria as a dependable and motivated leader who excels at mentoring, training, and inspiring teams to reach their potential. Her career reflects a dedication to continuous improvement, technical excellence, and fostering positive change in public service and beyond.
• Union College MBA
• Union College BA
• Phi Alpha Theta Sorority
What do you attribute your success to?
I credit a growth mindset for my success: being open to non-audit assignments, staying relentlessly curious, and upskilling in areas where I’m not a subject-matter expert.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
I was told to embrace mobility, take calculated risks, seek mentors, and learn from them.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Embrace the travel that comes with auditing; taking on diverse audits accelerates your growth by showing how different organizations operate—their policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in auditing is retention. The travel and pace can lead to churn and constant retraining, yet the field remains full of opportunity—the demand for auditors consistently exceeds capacity.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
My core values are integrity and a growth mindset—committing to continuous learning and development in every area of my life.