Senior Auditor: Public Sector Assurance & Advisory

Auditor's Office Harris County, TX; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay up to 103k

Zero-premium health plan

Excellent retirement program

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO and holidays

Transit/commute assistance

Professional development

PSLF qualifying employer

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Harris County Auditor's Office is seeking a Senior Auditor to join the Assurance and Advisory Services team within the Internal Audit Division. The role focuses on independent assurance, internal controls evaluation, and advisory support for County operations.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of audit experience, a Bachelor's degree in accounting, and may hold CIA/CPA/CFE certifications. The position offers hybrid work, strong benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant professional audit experience
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related subject
• Relevant professional certification (CIA, CPA or CFE) preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines.
• Lead customized audit planning through walkthroughs and risk identification.
• Develop audit programs and test procedures from scratch.
• Conduct fieldwork to assess internal controls and process deficiencies.
• Review staff workpapers and provide constructive feedback to junior auditors.
• Draft clear, evidence-based audit reports and consulting memos with root-cause remediation.
• Lead client meetings and maintain professional relationships with County departments.
• Perform administrative tasks and other duties as requested.

Skills

Project management

Internal audit

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CIA/CPA/CFE preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Electronic workpapers

ERP systems

Job description

Harris County Auditor's Office is seeking a Senior Auditor to join the Assurance and Advisory Services team within the Internal Audit Division. The role focuses on independent assurance, internal controls evaluation, and advisory support for County operations.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of audit experience, a Bachelor's degree in accounting, and may hold CIA/CPA/CFE certifications. The position offers hybrid work, strong benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.