Public Accounts Auditor I — Government Auditing (Hybrid Telework)

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Auditor of Public Accounts in Kentucky seeks entry-level Public Accounts Auditors to conduct audits of local and state records under supervision. The role emphasizes learning governmental accounting, auditing standards, and preparing electronic workpapers while balancing on-site and telecommuting tasks.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication and analytical skills, proficiency in Word/Excel, and the initiative to work independently and within a team with timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Ability to problem-solve through critical and creative thinking.
• Initiative to be self-motivated, follow through with tasks, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and accept feedback.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits of state and local governments, including fiscal courts, county clerks and sheriffs.
• Balance on-site field work with telecommuting per agency policy.
• Learn governmental accounting, auditing standards and prepare electronic workpapers.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Word & Excel

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Team player

Proactive / self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Auditor of Public Accounts in Kentucky seeks entry-level Public Accounts Auditors to conduct audits of local and state records under supervision. The role emphasizes learning governmental accounting, auditing standards, and preparing electronic workpapers while balancing on-site and telecommuting tasks.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication and analytical skills, proficiency in Word/Excel, and the initiative to work independently and within a team with timely delivery.