Staff Auditor

Texas State Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State Technical College seeks a Staff Auditor to perform professional audit work across financial, performance, compliance and IT audits. The role includes interviewing, documenting processes, preparing working papers, and producing audit reports.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting/business/IT and strong written communication skills. The position involves independent work under supervision, with occasional travel up to 30% and collaboration with campus teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in accounting, business or IT from an accredited college or university.
• Excellent written and communication skills, including ability to write professional audit reports and working papers.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word/Excel) and ability to learn other software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and conduct oneself professionally at all times.
• Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit procedures: identify issues, develop criteria, review evidence, and document processes.
• Conduct interviews, review documents, surveys, memo writing, and prepare working papers.
• Identify and document audit issues and recommendations with independent judgment.
• Evaluate controls and risk management processes.
• Prepare organized audit reports and maintain supporting documentation.
• Interact with managers and employees at all levels; disseminate audit results.
• Engage in professional development and pursue relevant certifications or licenses.
• Perform administrative tasks and other audit-related work as assigned.

Skills

Auditing

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/business/IT

Tools

MS Office

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 our 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.

TSTC is the only state-supported technical college system in Texas. TSTC's statewide role and mission is to efficiently and effectively help Texas meet the high-tech challenges of today's global economy, in partnership with business and industry, government agencies, and other educational institutions.

Annual Security Report

TSTC publishes the Annual Security Report (ASR), which includes the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR), to ensure that essential information about campus safety is readily accessible. This report includes data on crimes and fire incidents from the past three calendar years, outlining safety measures, reporting protocols, and emergency response plans. It also highlights crime prevention programs and support resources available to the campus community. These reports underscore TSTC's commitment to fostering a safe and informed environment for all students, employees, and visitors. For more information, the report is available on the Clery Act Information page of the TSTC website at tstc.edu/cleryact, and physical paper copies can be requested from the TSTC Police Department or by calling 254-867-3690.