Assistant State Auditor - In-Training (Hybrid)

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid vacation and holidays

Training and development

Educational reimbursements

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Washington State Auditor’s Office is seeking Assistant State Auditors (Level 1–3) in Olympia, WA. The role supports financial and legal compliance audits across state and local governments, with on-the-ground work and mentoring of in-training staff.

We offer a hybrid-friendly benefits package including training, certification reimbursements, and a strong commitment to work-life balance. Candidates should have accounting coursework and relevant experience to advance through the in-training levels.

Qualifications

• Education and years of experience combined with demonstrated competencies will determine Assistant State Auditor placement.
• Relevant experience is defined as experience in accounting, auditing, finance, banking, or financial investigations.
• Option 1 - Requires a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three college-level accounting courses; Option 2 - substitution with experience; Option 3 - any equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Time/Project Management

Accounting/auditing concepts

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree with accounting courses

Job description

Washington State Auditor’s Office is seeking Assistant State Auditors (Level 1–3) in Olympia, WA. The role supports financial and legal compliance audits across state and local governments, with on-the-ground work and mentoring of in-training staff.

We offer a hybrid-friendly benefits package including training, certification reimbursements, and a strong commitment to work-life balance. Candidates should have accounting coursework and relevant experience to advance through the in-training levels.