Staff Auditor: Controls, Risk & Process Improvement

Auditor's Office Harris County, TX; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Zero-premium health plan

Excellent retirement program

Paid parental leave

Generous paid time off

Transit/commute subsidies

Professional development

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Discounts/memberships

Job summary

Harris County Auditor's Office seeks a Staff Auditor to support Assurance and Advisory Services engagements, from planning through reporting. You'll work with experienced auditors to assess risks, evaluate processes, and document findings, contributing to meaningful improvements for county departments.

The role emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, and adherence to internal audit standards. This full-time position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with three days on-site at 1111 Fannin

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or related technical subject matter.
• Zero to two years of relevant work experience.
• Basic knowledge of auditing, accounting business processes or related technical matters.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 or equivalent software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project risk assessments, scoping, and audit work plan development under appropriate supervision.
• Execute audit engagements in accordance with Global Internal Audit Standards, Local Government Code, and applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare clear, concise audit workpapers and complete base-level documentation in audit systems with high attention to detail.
• Perform audit test work, review transactions and supporting documents, participate in client interviews, and assist with special projects as assigned.
• Research applicable laws, regulations, and County departmental structures, identifying findings and proposing cost-effective, root-cause recommendations.
• Support senior auditors by contributing to the drafting of concise, factual audit reports and updating audit programs.

Skills

Auditing basics

Professional skepticism

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or related technical subject matter

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Harris County Auditor's Office seeks a Staff Auditor to support Assurance and Advisory Services engagements, from planning through reporting. You'll work with experienced auditors to assess risks, evaluate processes, and document findings, contributing to meaningful improvements for county departments.

The role emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, and adherence to internal audit standards. This full-time position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with three days on-site at 1111 Fannin