Program Integrity Auditor II

State of Illinois; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks Program Integrity Auditor IIs to conduct complex financial and compliance audits of Local Public Agency Motor Fuel Tax programs.

Working in the Office of Finance Administration/Bureau of Investigations Compliance, successful candidates will lead audit teams statewide, prepare comprehensive audit documentation, and ensure compliance with Illinois Highway Code and departmental policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration preferred.
• 1 year of experience as Program Integrity Auditor I or equivalent with agency training.
• Willingness to travel statewide with overnight stays.
• Knowledge of governmental audit standards, accounting principles, and MFT program regulations.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Adobe; strong written and verbal communication.
• Valid driver's license and ability to lift 25-30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit teams statewide and manage complex financial/compliance audits.
• Prepare comprehensive audit documentation in accordance with standards.
• Ensure compliance with Illinois Highway Code and departmental policies.
• Perform on-site and remote audits, coordinating with local agencies.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe

Communication

Governmental audit standards

Accounting principles

MFT program regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration

Job description

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks Program Integrity Auditor IIs to conduct complex financial and compliance audits of Local Public Agency Motor Fuel Tax programs. Working in the Office of Finance Administration/Bureau of Investigations Compliance, successful candidates will lead audit teams statewide, prepare comprehensive audit documentation, and ensure compliance with Illinois Highway Code and departmental policies. The role requires frequent travel with overnight stays and involves both on-site and remote audit work.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting or business administration
• One year of experience as a Program Integrity Auditor I or equivalent with satisfactory completion of agency-sponsored training
• Ability to travel statewide and conduct on-site audits with overnight stays
• Knowledge of governmental audit standards, accounting principles, and MFT program regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver's license and ability to lift 25-30 pounds