Staff Auditor

TSTC; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State Technical College is seeking a Staff Auditor to perform professional and highly technical auditing aligned with IS standards and the Texas Internal Auditing Act. The role includes financial, performance, compliance and IT audits, with independence under supervision and potential travel to other campuses.

Strong MS Office skills and high-quality written work are essential. The position involves maintaining ethical standards and collaborating across departments, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or IT from an accredited college/university.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to produce professional audit reports.
• Proficient with MS Office and able to learn other software.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit procedures including identifying issues, developing criteria, reviewing evidence and documenting processes.
• Conduct interviews, review documents, prepare memos and working papers.
• Identify auditing issues and recommendations using independent judgment.
• Evaluate controls and risk management processes and communicate results to management.
• Prepare audit reports and maintain interdepartmental relationships.

Skills

Auditing

Communication

MS Office

Interpersonal

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business/IT

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Are you someone who strives for excellence, values accountability, provides the best service, all while reflecting unwavering integrity? Our talented team members across the state follow the behaviors, beliefs and outcomes of these core values to ensure that the vision is met.

Job Description

The Staff Auditor performs professional and highly technical auditing work that is closely aligned to auditing as promulgated by International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Texas Internal Auditing Act. Work involves individually performing and performing as part of a team on financial, performance, compliance and IT audit projects. Auditor maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors Professional Practices Framework, including the Code of Ethics. This position works independently under general supervision. Has a permanent campus assignment but will be required to assist in projects related to other TSTC campuses and locations.

Essential Functions

• Perform audit procedures including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting TSTC processes and procedures. This will include:
• Conducting interviews, reviewing documents, developing and administering surveys, composing summary memos, and preparing written working papers.
• Identifying, developing, and document auditing issues and recommendations using independent judgment concerning areas being audited.
• Evaluating the adequacy of controls and risk management processes.
• Preparing organized, accurate and competent written work papers ensuring that documentation supports the conclusions regarding each audit objective.
• Interacting and communicating with a managers and employees at all levels of the organization.
• Preparing and disseminating written audit reports of audit results.
• Developing and maintaining productive interdepartmental and staff relationships through individual contacts and group meetings.
• Participate in professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and share information gained with co-workers. This includes seeking professionally recognized certifications and/or licenses.
• Perform administrative functions and other audit related work as assigned.

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills

• For operational auditors, Bachelor's degree with major course work in accounting, a business related field, an IT related field from an accredited college or university.
• Excellent written and communication skills, to include independently writing comprehensive and professional audit reports and work papers.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Word and Excel, and ability to learn other software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and conduct self in professional manner at all times.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Ability to meet deadlines set by Audit Director.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Travel may be required up to 30% of time
• This job descriptions covers a position in which the percentage of time spent on the essential functions will vary based on the workload and will ultimately be determined by the supervisor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.