Auditor

247Hire; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Staff Auditor role at 247Hire supports government audit engagements from Springfield, IL, performing fieldwork, testing, and documentation in line with GAGAS and AICPA standards. You will participate in diverse audits, collaborate with stakeholders, and contribute to high-quality reporting.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in audit or related fields, strong analytical and communication skills, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of audit, risk, compliance, or internal control experience.
• CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE or equivalent Certifications.
• Experience supporting government or public-sector audits.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit fieldwork, testing, sampling, and data analysis.
• Evaluate internal controls, compliance requirements, and operational processes.
• Prepare workpapers and maintain audit documentation to support findings and conclusions.
• Conduct risk and control assessments under the supervision of senior auditors.
• Assist in developing audit programs, test plans, and audit reports.
• Document audit observations, risks, recommendations, and management responses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

Audit tools

Job description

Job Summary:

The Staff Auditor supports the execution of internal audit engagements for governmental entities by performing audit fieldwork, testing, analysis, documentation, and reporting activities. The role assists in financial, compliance, operational, performance, and information technology audits while adhering to Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), AICPA standards, and other applicable regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform audit fieldwork, testing, sampling, and data analysis.
• Evaluate internal controls, compliance requirements, and operational processes.
• Prepare workpapers and maintain audit documentation to support findings and conclusions.
• Conduct risk and control assessments under the supervision of senior auditors.
• Assist in developing audit programs, test plans, and audit reports.
• Document audit observations, risks, recommendations, and management responses.
• Support financial, compliance, operational, performance, and IT audit engagements.
• Participate in meetings with client stakeholders and audit teams.
• Ensure compliance with GAGAS, AICPA, FCIAA, and agency-specific requirements.
• Utilize audit tools, analytics, and automated testing techniques where applicable.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of audit, risk, compliance, or internal control experience.
• Knowledge of internal audit methodologies and risk assessment principles.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.
• CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE or equivalent Certifications.
• Experience supporting government or public-sector audits.
• Exposure to GAGAS and regulatory compliance engagements.