Assistant State Auditor – Hybrid, Growth & Impact

State of Washington; Bellingham (WA); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays

Training opportunities (80+ hours per

Educational and professional reimburse

Diversity, equity, inclusion

Job summary

Office of the Washington State Auditor (SAO) is seeking an Assistant State Auditor in Bellingham, WA. The role is part of Team SAO and involves auditing local governments, planning and conducting risk-based financial and legal compliance audits, and mentoring junior staff.

We offer a hybrid work environment, full benefits, and growth opportunities. Candidates must meet education and accounting prerequisites and be prepared for a structured in-training path from level 1 to 3.

Qualifications

• Education and years of experience combined determine placement.
• Education may be substituted with experience; government audit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct risk-based financial & legal compliance audits.
• Audit Washington State agencies and local governments.
• Mentor in-training staff and review work.
• Perform special investigations relating to citizen concerns and/or frauds.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Time/Project Management

Accounting concepts/principles

Critical thinking

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/related field

Bachelor's degree with accounting courses

Job description

Office of the Washington State Auditor (SAO) is seeking an Assistant State Auditor in Bellingham, WA. The role is part of Team SAO and involves auditing local governments, planning and conducting risk-based financial and legal compliance audits, and mentoring junior staff.

We offer a hybrid work environment, full benefits, and growth opportunities. Candidates must meet education and accounting prerequisites and be prepared for a structured in-training path from level 1 to 3.