Assistant State Auditor – Hybrid Training in Tri-Cities

State of Washington; Kennewick (WA); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Washington State Auditor in Kennewick, WA is seeking Assistant State Auditors 1, 2, or 3 to join Team Tri-Cities. This in‑training path involves auditing state and local governments with field work and team collaboration in a hybrid environment.

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with accounting courses or equivalent experience, with mentoring and ongoing training opportunities as you advance through the program in Kennewick.

Qualifications

• Written and verbal communication skills required.
• Time/project management abilities needed.
• Understanding of accounting concepts related to auditing.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct audits for state agencies and local governments.
• Mentor in-training staff and review work.
• Participate in special investigations as needed.
• Perform fieldwork with audit teams.

Skills

Written and Verbal Communication

Time/Project Management

Accounting concepts/principles

Critical thinking

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree with accounting courses

Experience in accounting/auditing

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

The Office of the Washington State Auditor in Kennewick, WA is seeking Assistant State Auditors 1, 2, or 3 to join Team Tri-Cities. This in‑training path involves auditing state and local governments with field work and team collaboration in a hybrid environment.

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with accounting courses or equivalent experience, with mentoring and ongoing training opportunities as you advance through the program in Kennewick.