Legislative Auditor: Local Government Audits

South Dakota AG; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Paid Family Leave

11 Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Well-Being Program

Employee Assistance Program

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

RETIREMENT SDRS

Job summary

The Department of Legislative Audit is seeking a motivated auditor to perform audits of local government entities and ensure compliance with auditing standards. You will work with a team to deliver clear, well-supported reports for counties, cities, and schools.

Applicants should have an Accounting or Business degree and may pursue CPA or related certifications. The agency emphasizes integrity, detail, and public service in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Candidates are not required to be a licensed CPA for employment and may pursue further certifications such as CPA, CFE, CIA, CISA, CIDA.

Responsibilities

• Work well individually and in a team environment.
• Produce neat, concise, logical, and well-supported work products that comply with auditing standards and best practices.
• Contribute to a results-oriented culture through active participation in meetings and collaboration with coworkers.
• Ensure written and verbal communications are clear and understood by clients including legislature, state agencies, local governments, and the public.
• Show initiative to improve efficiency and support the mission to make government work better.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

GAAP

GAAS

Governmental Accounting

Job description

The Department of Legislative Audit is seeking a motivated auditor to perform audits of local government entities and ensure compliance with auditing standards. You will work with a team to deliver clear, well-supported reports for counties, cities, and schools.

Applicants should have an Accounting or Business degree and may pursue CPA or related certifications. The agency emphasizes integrity, detail, and public service in a collaborative environment.