Associate Auditor

State of Ohio - Auditor Of State; Athens (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

PSLF program

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The Ohio Auditor of State in Athens is seeking an Associate Auditor to perform financial audits of cities, villages, schools, universities, and other local government entities under supervision. The role includes potential performance audits and fraud investigations to support taxpayer transparency.

Educational requirements include an associate degree (Accounting preferred) or at least 12 accounting credits beyond high school. Competitive benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Educational requirement: associate degree or 12 accounting credits beyond high school.
• Accounting and finance background preferred; auditing exposure beneficial.

Responsibilities

• With guidance, conduct financial audits of local governments, schools, and state agencies.
• Perform performance auditing and assist in fraud investigations.
• Provide financial services support to local governments and promote transparency.

Skills

Accounting and Finance

Auditing

Active Learning

Collaboration

Customer Focus

Education

Associate degree (Accounting preferred)

12 semester hours in accounting or related field

Job description

Job Description - Associate Auditor (260007K2)

Associate Auditor ( 260007K2 )

Organization

Auditor Of State

Agency Contact Name and Information

Ty Williams: [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Oct 24, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Athens County-Athens

Compensation

$25.99

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

40

Union

Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Accounting and Finance

Technical Skills

Accounting and Finance, Auditing

Professional Skills

Active Learning, Collaboration, Customer Focus

Agency Overview Job Description

We want you!

As Ohio's chief compliance officer, the Auditor of State makes Ohio government more efficient, effective, and transparent by placing checks and balances on state and local governments for taxpayers. Click here to learn more about our office!

What will you be doing?

With guidance, conduct financial audits of cities, villages, schools, universities, counties, fire districts, townships, cemeteries, libraries, state and county agencies, and commissions. The Auditor’s office also offers performance auditing for state and local public offices, identifies and investigates fraud in public agencies, provides financial services to local governments and promotes transparency in government. The Associate Auditor vacancy is in Athens County.

Why work for the Auditor of State?

Working for the AOS will allow you to achieve your career goals without sacrificing your personal goals.

• Rapid advancement opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Tuition and professional exam reimbursement
• Excellent benefits and retirement plan

These are just a few of the incredible benefits that the AOS has to offer you. You deserve a life outside of work and that’s what we can offer!

Qualifications

Educational and Experience:

• Associate’s degree from accredited college or university (Accounting degree preferred)
• OR successful completion of at least 12 semester hours or equivalent in accounting or related field from an accredited college, university, trade, technical or vocational school beyond high school level.

That’s it! So, if you want to join an agency with a friendly work environment, competitive salaries, rapid advancement opportunities, have part of your education paid for, and the opportunity to work on behalf of Ohio taxpayers, then the Ohio Auditor of State is right for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The AOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the AOS to prohibit discrimination and harassment of applicants and employees, due to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, age (40 years or older), veteran status or military status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a nursing mother, status as a parent of a young child, or status as a foster parent. Discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation will not be tolerated.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.