Senior Auditor (Auditor General)

Other; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Legislature's Auditor General office is seeking a Senior Auditor to conduct financial, performance, and operational audits for state agencies, educational entities, and local governments. The role requires leading audit planning, supervising teams, and assessing internal controls.

You will prepare reports with practical recommendations for improvements, communicate findings clearly, and ensure compliance with professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with 30+ semester hours beyond baccalaureate and CPA licensure requirements.
• Two years of relevant professional auditing experience.
• Knowledge of accounting, auditing standards, and professional ethics.

Responsibilities

• Develop audit plans for state agencies and local governments.
• Supervise audit teams and coordinate assignments.
• Evaluate accounting systems and internal controls.
• Prepare reports with recommendations for improvements.

Skills

Accounting

Auditing

Data analysis

Verbal & written communication

Supervisory skills

Regulatory knowledge

Confidentiality

Education

Accounting degree + CPA licensure requirements

Job description

A Senior Auditor conducts financial, operational, and performance audits at Florida state agencies, educational entities, and local governmental units. The role involves developing audit plans, supervising audit teams, evaluating accounting systems and internal controls, and preparing reports with recommendations for improvements. The position is based with the Florida Legislature's Auditor General office and has multiple locations throughout Florida.

Key qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in accounting and 30 semester hours beyond the baccalaureate degree meeting CPA licensure requirements, plus two years of relevant professional experience; or p
• Knowledge of accounting, auditing, and professional standards
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data and communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to supervise people and coordinate work assignments
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and administrative requirements
• Ability to handle confidential information and maintain objectivity