Impactful Government Programs Auditor

City of College Station; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of College Station seeks a Program Auditor to perform independent evaluations of government programs and departments, ensuring compliance with policies and internal controls. The role involves planning, fieldwork, and presenting findings to stakeholders, including the Audit Committee and City Council.

Responsibilities include reviewing contracts and processes, and assisting with audit planning while adhering to professional standards in government auditing. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Public Policy, Business Administration or related field with two years of experience in public accounting or internal auditing.
• Valid Class Texas Driver’s License.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistics software.
• A CIA certification or the ability to obtain within two years of hire date; Master’s degree may substitute for up to one year; CIA/CPA may substitute for up to an additional year.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent evaluations of government programs, agencies, or departments to identify risk and evaluate internal controls for compliance.
• Investigate programs, functions, and activities of city departments and contracts for efficiency, economy, and legality.
• Perform fieldwork to collect, analyze, and document audit evidence and conduct interviews.
• Analyze results, prepare work papers, and provide reports with supported recommendations.
• Make oral or written presentations to Audit Committee, City Management, and City Council.
• Ensure assignments follow Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards and assist with updating policies and procedures.
• Examine and reconcile working funds, verify cash balances, and reconcile accounts.
• Assist with development of annual audit work plan and related duties.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Public Policy, Business Administration or related field

Master’s degree may substitute for up to one year of professional experience

CIA or CPA certification may substitute for up to an additional one year of professional experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Statistics software

Job description

The City of College Station seeks a Program Auditor to perform independent evaluations of government programs and departments, ensuring compliance with policies and internal controls. The role involves planning, fieldwork, and presenting findings to stakeholders, including the Audit Committee and City Council.

Responsibilities include reviewing contracts and processes, and assisting with audit planning while adhering to professional standards in government auditing. An Equal Opportunity Employer.