Staff Auditor II

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; United States; On-site; USD 84,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement plans

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is seeking a Staff Auditor II to support audits across various departments, ensuring compliance and efficiency of processes.

The role is within the Office of Audit at the Headquarters Office, focusing on contracts, HR, operations, IT, and engineering, with emphasis on ethical management of resources and staff development.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in auditing, accounting, or a related field and a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Master’s Degree may be substituted for two years of professional experience.
• Competent knowledge of auditing standards and methods (IIA Standards, GAO/GAAS, GAAP).
• Ability to understand contracts, laws, regulations, and policies.

Responsibilities

• Support Audit Manager or Senior Auditor by preparing, analyzing, and evaluating process documents, reports, data, and evidence.
• Identify risk areas and opportunities for improvement; clarify problems and conduct analysis.
• Assist in developing the risk-based annual internal audit plan.
• Conduct interviews, reviews, surveys, and prepare memos and working papers.

Skills

Auditing standards knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ethical standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Staff Auditor II

Compensation Grade: S19 Salary Range: $84,334.00-$122,286.00 Opening Date: September 18, 2026 Closing Date: October 3, 2026 Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.

As a Staff Auditor II, you will support audits and reviews of the Airports Authority’s operations to ensure compliance with prescribed guidance, the effectiveness and efficiency of business processes, and the ethical and responsible management of business and financial resources.

This is the full performance job in the Staff Auditor series. Serves in the Office of Audit at the Headquarters Office. Supports a variety of audits and reviews of Airports Authority business areas, to include contracts, human resources, airport operations, public safety, information technology, engineering, etc. Also tasked to assist in the audit process and with staff development. Performs related functions as assigned.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the Audit Manager or Senior Auditor by independently obtaining, preparing, analyzing, and evaluating process documentation, reports, data, flowcharts etc., and contributes to performance, operational, financial, and compliance audit projects by, conducting research, identifying, and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing, and analyzing evidence, and documenting audit procedures and findings.
• Participates in identifying and evaluating risk areas and opportunities for improvement. This includes clarifying known/suspected problems, their causes and effects, and any laws, regulations, rules, or standards contravened or not fully met.
• Provides input for the development of the risk-based annual internal audit plan.
• Conducts interviews, reviews documentation develops and administers surveys, composes summary memos, prepares working papers, and participates in entrance and exit conferences.
• Maintains organizational and professional ethical standards, ensuring all assigned audit activities comply with The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards).
• Assists in communicating the results of audits and consulting projects via written reports and presentations to the Audit Manager and VP of Audit.
• Maintains an up-to-date understanding of developments in accounting, auditing, and management/program analysis, of ‘best practices’ governing financial reporting, auditing, internal controls, process analysis, and the Airports Authority programs and operations.
• Represents the Office of Audit at meetings, and develops and maintains productive team-oriented audit staff and auditee relationships.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in auditing, accounting, or a related field and a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• A Master’s Degree may be substituted for two years of professional experience.
• Competent level knowledge of auditing standards and methods including IIA Standards, Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and skill in applying them to routine and non-routine auditing duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to understand and assess compliance with the full range of contracts, laws, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to perform detailed analyses of data and information to develop insights and make recommendations.
• Experience conducting internal audits, information technology audits, financial audits, accounting, business analysis, or program evaluations.
• Ability to speak and write effectively, with emphasis on communicating technical issues to nontechnical audiences.
• Skill in using modern office suite software, with emphasis on accounting, data analysis, and financial systems/software.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Internal Audit Practitioner from the Institute of Internal Auditors (North America)
• Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) from the Institute of Internal Auditors (North America)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) from the Institute of Internal Auditors (North America)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) from the Information Systems Audit and Control Association

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED

• A state driver’s license in good standing.

NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS

Work reviewed upon completion to determine the adequacy of procedures, sound judgment, compliance with professional standards, and adherence to clearly established methods and techniques.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; well-being resources; health savings and flexible spending accounts; pension and retirement plans; and ongoing training and development opportunities.

Discover more about our benefits package here.

A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Have you ever wondered who runs Reagan National Airport? Or Dulles International Airport? Or the Dulles Toll Road? We do! We’re the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority and we’re looking for talented, enthusiastic people to help us continue our tradition of outstanding service to travelers in the Washington Metropolitan area.

We offer an array of benefits programs, including vacation, retirement, and health benefits. Whether you are traveling the world or plotting your career path, your journey begins with us.

Our Core Values are: MUTUAL RESPECT, INTEGRITY, PRIDE, COLLABORATION.