Accountant/Auditor

Collin County Government; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Collin County Government is seeking an Accountant/Auditor to conduct financial and procedural audits, evaluate internal controls, and implement corrective actions under the direction of the Internal Audit Supervisor.

The role leads audits, plans workflows, develops audit work programs, answers data requests, and provides recommendations. A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 2–3 years of auditing experience, plus a Texas driver's license, are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2–3 years of general auditing and accounting experience.
• Valid Texas Driver's License with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial and procedural audits by evaluating internal controls and initiating corrective measures as directed by the supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with State and County mandated fees, fines, and costs by monitoring and tracking all County office disbursements.
• Respond to questions, provide required data, and make audit recommendations for each audit report.
• Serve as team leader during assigned audits by planning the workflow, assisting in developing audit work programs, and providing assistance as needed.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Internal controls

Auditing

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Collin County is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Accountant/Auditor. Accountant/Auditor is responsible for, but not limited to, conducting financial and procedural audits. Work is performed under the direction of the Internal Audit Supervisor.

Primary Functions

• Conducting financial and procedural audits by evaluating internal controls and initiating corrective measures when directed by the supervisor.
• Ensuring compliance with State and County mandated fees, fines, and costs by monitoring and tracking all County office disbursements.
• Responding to questions, providing required data, and making audit recommendations for each audit report.
• Serving as team leader during assigned audits by planning the workflow, assisting in developing audit work programs, and providing assistance as needed.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess the knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Finance.
• Must have two to three years of experience in general auditing and accounting.
• Must maintain and possess a valid Texas Drivers License with an acceptable driving record.