Auditor #1023 - County Auditor - Unassigned Division

Hamilton County; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Government seeks an Internal Auditor to perform annual audits of offices and departments, test financial controls, and ensure compliance with federal and state laws and county policies. The role requires knowledge of GASB and FASB, plus experience in internal controls and financial systems.

Responsibilities include guiding audit staff, compiling financial statements, and reviewing organizational revenue and tax reporting processes, with close attention to timelines and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Tests internal controls and financial activities for compliance with laws, codes, policies and procedures.
• Performs annual audits of offices and tests revenue records and tax reporting.
• Knowledge of GASB and FASB pronouncements and auditing standards is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual audits of elected officials and county offices.
• Record accruals and corrections and compile financial statements for publication.
• Supervise audit clerks and direct audit work flow.

Skills

Auditing

Internal control

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

1 year accounting experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Under general supervision, performs internal audits of offices of elected officials, county offices, departments, agencies, and programs that operate under Hamilton County Government with emphasis on internal control and accounting systems for review of effectiveness of the programs, activities, and financial audits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)

Performs annual audits of the offices of elected officials and tests the financial and procedural activities performed by the offices for compliance with federal and state laws, codes, county resolutions, policies, and procedures; compiles financial information into financial statements format for publication; assists the county offices by recording accruals and corrections; performs analytical analysis and reviews of internal control systems.

Provides assistance to the offices of elected officials, departments, offices, agencies, and programs of Hamilton County government in financial and technical support; conducts annual audits of hotels/motels including reviews of the organization’s revenue records, method of calculation and reporting of tax to the County Trustee; performs other audits, reviews, or investigations.

Utilizes Auditing Standards and Financial Accounting Standards in the analysis and process and procedural methods to ensure accurate audits; utilizes auditing programs to direct the flow of the work process; completes all assigned work within required guide and timelines; assigns and directs the flow of work by utilizing audit clerks; reviews and approves work assigned to audit clerks; Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) pronouncements.

Knowledge of internal control and financial systems.

Knowledge of sample sizes and stratification of the samples.

Knowledge of computer hardware, software, and peripherals.

Knowledge of research and analysis methods and procedures.

Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding, and applying Federal rules and regulations, Hamilton County Policies and Procedures.

Skill accurately utilizing auditing and accounting procedures and programs.

Skill reviewing computerized internal control and financial systems.

Skill accurately researching, reviewing, and analyzing public financial records.

Skill reviewing operational practices and procedures for effective utilization of programs and services.

Skill utilizing verbal and written communication in the development of correspondence, reports, and records.

Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a closely related field, from an accredited institution and one (1) year of direct work experience in the field of accounting. A valid driver’s license is required.

OR

An Associate’s Degree in Accounting or a closely related field, from an accredited institution and three (3) years of direct work experience in the field of accounting. A valid driver’s license is required.

OR

The equivalent of a high school diploma and five (5) years of direct work experience in the field of accounting. A valid driver’s license is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is preferred.

Any of the national financial/audit certifications are preferred: CPA, CIA, CFE, or CGFM.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Excessive use of Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work requires long hours of attention reviewing detailed fiscal and legal documents. Work also requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, walking and occasional driving. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds. Excessive keyboarding required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.

All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance.

All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.

https://www.hamiltontn.gov/Department_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx