Senior Auditor

Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts seeks motivated auditors to perform financial and compliance audits for public entities in Georgia. You will interview client personnel, review documents, perform analytics, and assist in developing audit plans and reports.

This role supports a hybrid work model, begins January 2027, and requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting plus four years of auditing experience; Word, Excel, Access, and Workday knowledge are assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting with emphasis in accounting.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible auditing experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Access; Workday preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial and compliance audits and reviews for public entities.
• Interview client personnel, analyze documents, perform tests and analytics.
• Assist in audit planning, risk assessment, and developing audit procedures.
• Supervise staff and oversee working papers and report drafting.
• Communicate deficiencies and provide guidance to prevent errors.

Skills

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Workday

Job description

About Us:

For over 100 years, the Department of Audits and Accounts has provided independent, unbiased insights and impactful recommendations to promote accountability and improve government operations. Our clients include public colleges, universities, technical colleges, boards of education, and state agencies. Join our team and contribute to the betterment of Georgia's government services and operations.

Position Overview:

We are seeking motivated, auditors to help make a difference for the citizens of Georgia. Successful candidates will play an integral role in performing financial and compliance audits and reviews for a variety of public entities. This position will begin January 2027. As part of our team, you will:

• Conduct audits of documents related to all or some of the following: financial operations controls, data, procedures, compliance with laws and regulations, conformance to accounting standards, and similar audit criteria.
• Interview client personnel, perform walk throughs of transactions and processes, review client prepared documentation, perform analytics, and other tests to assist in gaining an understanding of the entity and its environment and assessing the risk of material misstatement or compliance with policies, laws and regulations.
• Assist with establishing and documenting an understanding with the client regarding the services to be performed for each engagement.
• Assist with the development of the audit plan, which includes the nature, timing and extent of audit procedures to be performed by the audit team in order to obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence.
• Assist with supervising and evaluation of the efforts of assistants who are involved in accomplishing the objectives of the audit and determining whether those objectives were accomplished.
• Determine what additional information is required to complete a thorough audit and communicate with client to obtain additional material.
• Assemble and assess deficiencies, draw conclusions and write report narratives based on the audit process and results.
• Oversee the preparation and organization of working papers to be used in the final report.
• When employee functions as a team leader, he/she serves as the primary audit interface with the client before and during the audit; communicates deficiencies to client and provides guidance on how to prevent errors and deficiencies in the future.
• Perform other responsibilities related to the audit as required.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Education Required: Completion of bachelor's (four year) college degree with emphasis/major in accounting.

Prior Experience: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in auditing or related field.

Information Technology: Intermediate level of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. Knowledge of Workday preferred.

Compensation commensurate with experience and internal equity

Work Environment:

Our team operates primarily virtually, with site visits required as necessary based on project demands. Employees must live in Georgia. The Department provides all necessary equipment, but employees must have reliable high-speed internet in their home offices.

Benefits:

As a full-time employee of the State of Georgia, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package, starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment:

• Annual Leave: 5 hours per pay period, with potential increases based on years of service.
• Sick Leave: 5 hours per pay period.
• Paid Holidays: 13 holidays annually.
• Insurance Options: Health, dental, vision, legal, disability, and flexible spending accounts (for healthcare and childcare).
• Retirement Plan: Participation in the Employees' Retirement System (ERS).
• Deferred Compensation: Access to tax-advantaged retirement savings plans, including 457, 401(k), and Roth plans.
• Credit Union: Eligibility for membership in Georgia United Credit Union.
• Work Flexibility: Option for flexible work hours.
• Loan Forgiveness: We are a federal public service loan and a Student Access Loan (SAL) forgiveness qualified employer.

For additional benefits, visit the Team Georgia website.

Why Join Us?

The Department of Audits and Accounts is committed to professional growth, offering opportunities to build valuable experience and contribute to meaningful projects that impact Georgia’s government operations. If you are looking to start your career with a purpose and make a positive difference,

More About DOAA

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are an equal opportunity employer. The Department offers a flexible schedule, competitive benefits and a hybrid work environment. For more information about our agency, please visit www.audits2.ga.gov.