Auditor

ZealHire Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

ZealHire is seeking an Auditor in Houston for a 6-month contract, with potential conversion. The role focuses on risk-based audits, internal controls, and process improvements under supervision.

Requirements include 1–3 years of experience, a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance, and CPA/CIA eligibility. In‑office schedule with a potential remote Friday option for flexibility, located in Houston, TX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• MBA, CPA or CIA preferred or plan to pursue.
• 1–3 years of audit, accounting, or compliance experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing risk-based audit and advisory reviews.
• Perform audit testing and document work performed with guidance.
• Support issue identification by gathering evidence and analyzing data.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders to evaluate risks and improvements.
• Draft audit deliverables including scope and reports clearly.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and manage deadlines.
• Assist in annual audit planning and mentor junior staff.
• Utilize automated tools to support audit activities.

Skills

Critical thinking

Data analysis

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA / CPA / CIA preferred

Tools

SAP

IDEA

Tableau

TeamMate+

Job description

ZealHire. Houston, Texas, United States Contract Deadline: Dec 2, 2026

This is a new Auditor position.

Duration: 6 months (Potential conversion, conversion eligibility required)
Location: Houston, TX
Interview: in-person, potential second round

EQUIREMENTS:

• Experience: 1-3 years
• Duration: 6 months (Potential conversion, conversion eligibility required)
• Location: Houston, TX
• Schedule: 4 days in-office, potential for remote Fridays
• Operational, finance, big 4, no gov’t related experience heavy
• Big 4 or utility industry
• CPA or CIA eligible for advancement
• Critical thinking skills, take instruction, able to pivot and work with diff groups

* HOUSTON CANDIDATES ONLY

Seeking an Auditor with a continuous improvement mindset. The Internal Audit team’s mission is to provide services that add value and improve company operations, internal controls, and processes, and assist in meeting the company’s strategic and business objectives. Under the direction of an Audit Manager, Audit Lead Audit Senior, the Auditor supports a variety of internal audit assignments including risk and control assessments, financial, operational and compliance audits, internal control validations, process reviews, and other management‑requested projects. The team’s priorities are risk based and focus on strong governance, transparency, strategic engagement and fostering an inclusive culture that focuses on people development.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision and guidance of the Internal Audit Manager or Internal Audit Lead / Senior, the Auditor will be responsible for the following:

Assist in planning and executing risk based audit and advisory reviews, including contributing and developing basic testing procedures with management guidance.

Perform audit testing, document work performed and prepare clear and complete workpapers.

Support issue identification by gathering evidence, performing data analysis, and documenting observations.

Collaborate with key client stakeholders within a business function to evaluate risks and identify process improvement opportunities that are value added.

Collaborate with key client stakeholders to promptly discuss and research resolutions for identified issues and observations.

Draft audit deliverables, including audit scope and audit reports, in a clear, concise, and effective manner.

Build and maintain key relationships with key stakeholders, establishing a culture of engagement while adding value.

Accountable for meeting deadlines, adhering to department quality standards, and escalating issues when appropriate.

Assist Audit Management in the preparation of the annual audit plan in a manner that promotes continuous improvement and business culture.

Provide direction to Associates on basic audit procedures and documentation expectations

Utilize automated analysis tools to support audit activities.

Other duties/investigations/special projects based on needs of the business.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related field is required.
• MBA, CPA or CIA preferred or plan to pursue.

Experience:

1-3 year experience in audit, accounting, finance, quality assurance, compliance and/or operational business related disciplines may suffice.

Public accounting and/or utility industry experience is a plus

SAP, IDEA, Tableau and TeamMate+ experience is a plus

$000,000 – $000,000 Salary range is not shown on the candidate portal