Interim Audit Manager – Assurance & Advisory Services

Go Fractional; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 133,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Auditor's Office seeks an Audit Manager, a highly engaged "working manager" who leads complex, high‑impact audits. You design audit programs from the ground up and guide a team through the full audit lifecycle, reporting to the Director of Assurance & Advisory Services.

The role supports agile auditing with short, collaborative sprint cycles to deliver timely insights and value, strengthening partnerships with stakeholders across the county.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field
• CIA or active Texas CPA required
• CFE or CISA preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead experienced teams through planning, budgeting, and execution of multiple complex audits simultaneously
• Advance the adoption of agile auditing by implementing rapid, iterative audit cycles that accelerate results
• Serve as the primary communicator of preliminary findings to department leaders, elected officials, and precinct Chiefs of Staff
• Develop and review high-quality workpapers, reports, and memos that clearly convey root causes and recommended solutions
• Mentor and coach staff to support growth, adaptability, and excellence

Skills

Audit leadership

Project management

Internal controls

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder influence

Microsoft Office

Data analytics

Audit management tools

Education

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

CIA or active Texas CPA

CFE or CISA preferred

Tools

Audit management tools

Job description

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Assurance & Advisory Services, the Audit Manager is a highly engaged "working manager" responsible for leading complex, high-impact audits. You will design audit programs—often from the ground up—for unique or first-of-their-kind engagements and guide a talented team through the full audit lifecycle.

This role is also central to our ongoing transition to agile auditing, using short, collaborative sprint cycles to deliver timely insights and value. This methodology supports more responsive, risk‑focused auditing and strengthens our partnerships with stakeholders across the county.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead experienced teams through planning, budgeting, and execution of multiple complex audits simultaneously
• Advance the adoption of agile auditing by implementing rapid, iterative audit cycles that accelerate results and prioritize the most critical process risks
• Serve as the primary communicator of preliminary findings to department leaders, elected officials, and precinct Chiefs of Staff
• Develop and review high‑quality workpapers, reports, and memos that clearly convey root causes and recommended solutions
• Mentor and coach staff to support growth, adaptability, and excellence

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field
• CIA or active Texas CPA required
• CFE or CISA preferred

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of internal or external audit experience
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience
• Experience in accounting, construction, engineering, grants, or operational improvement is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong project management and multitasking ability
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks and Global Internal Audit Standards
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to collaborate with and influence diverse stakeholders
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports summarizing complex findings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit management tools
• Adaptability, critical thinking, and innovative problem-solving
• Experience with data analytics, automation, or Artificial Intelligence in auditing or risk assessment a plus

Work Environment & Schedule

• Location: Harris County Auditor's Office, 1111 Fannin St., 10th Floor, Houston, TX 77002
• Schedule: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday
• Employment Type: Contract‑to‑Hire (converts to permanent hire on October 1, 2026)
• Compensation: Up to $148,000 per year, commensurate with experience and skills