Staff Auditor: Public Finance & Internal Controls (Hybrid)

Harris County, TX; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay up to $80,000

Job summary

Harris County Auditor's Office is seeking a Staff Auditor to support Assurance and Advisory Services. You will assist with risk assessments, plan development, and fieldwork, contributing to audits from planning to reporting. The role offers exposure to diverse county departments and meaningful public service impact.

You'll work in a hybrid environment with standard 40-hour weeks, collaborating with experienced auditors and advancing professional growth within a respected county office.

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.]
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Skills

Basic auditing knowledge

Microsoft 365

Education

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

Job description

Harris County Auditor's Office is seeking a Staff Auditor to support Assurance and Advisory Services. You will assist with risk assessments, plan development, and fieldwork, contributing to audits from planning to reporting. The role offers exposure to diverse county departments and meaningful public service impact.

You'll work in a hybrid environment with standard 40-hour weeks, collaborating with experienced auditors and advancing professional growth within a respected county office.