County Finance Leader: Assistant Auditor-Controller

County of Humboldt, California; Eureka (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Humboldt seeks an experienced Assistant Auditor-Controller to oversee county-wide accounting, revenue recovery, and tax audit functions. This role provides complex staff assistance and directs daily department operations under the Auditor-Controller’s Office.

Requires a Bachelor's in Accounting, 5+ years in accounting/auditing with 2+ years of supervisory/government accounting experience, plus CPA desirability. State/local requirements apply; driving license expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent with 21 semester units in accounting coursework.
• Five years of progressively responsible accounting or auditing experience, including two years supervisory/government accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct and manage activities of the Auditor-Controller’s Office.
• Provide admin leadership for accounting, auditing, budgeting, and payroll systems.
• Develop policies and supervise staff to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

Skills

Staff supervision

Accounting principles

Policy development

Leadership

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

MS Office

Job description

County of Humboldt seeks an experienced Assistant Auditor-Controller to oversee county-wide accounting, revenue recovery, and tax audit functions. This role provides complex staff assistance and directs daily department operations under the Auditor-Controller’s Office.

Requires a Bachelor's in Accounting, 5+ years in accounting/auditing with 2+ years of supervisory/government accounting experience, plus CPA desirability. State/local requirements apply; driving license expected.