Audit Supervisor

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 16930
Department: Auditor's Office
Opening Date: 07/09/2026
Closing Date: 8/9/2026 11:59 PM Central


Position Description
About the Auditor's Office
Harris County-the third largest county in the United States-delivers essential services that impact millions of residents, from public health and disaster recovery to flood mitigation, toll road management, and justice administration. The Harris County Auditor's Office plays a vital role in supporting these functions by overseeing the financial operations of more than 90 departments. Under the leadership of the County Auditor, our Accounting and Internal Audit divisions ensure integrity, accountability, and efficiency in the county's fiscal management.

The work we do is impactful, serving the residents of Harris County by ensuring county resources are used effectively and efficiently. We are a team of dedicated professionals who value objectivity, innovation, and collaboration. In this role, you will deliver risk-based, value-added services by evaluating governance, internal controls, and operational effectiveness. If you are looking to join a flexible, approachable, and driven team that values collaborative relationships, we invite you to join us as an Audit Supervisor in our Assurance & Advisory Services (AAS) team.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Requirements

Key Responsibilities
• Engagement Management: Supervise the performance of independent assurance and consulting engagements designed to improve department operations.
• Technical Execution: Lead teams in developing audit programs and testing procedures that address engagement objectives and identified risks.
• Project Oversight: Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring adherence to budgeted engagement hours and established timelines.
• Quality Assurance: Prepare and review work papers for completeness, accuracy, and quality, ensuring adherence to Global Internal Audit Standards and local government codes.
• Reporting: Draft, review, and deliver clear, concise, and impactful audit reports or memos for organizational stakeholders.
• Staff Development: Drive team growth through proactive mentoring, coaching, and providing constructive feedback through competency assessments and annual appraisals.
• Stakeholder Relations: Establish positive working relationships with colleagues, elected officials, and Harris County department heads.
• Administrative Duties: Perform various administrative tasks associated with team management and execute special projects as requested.
Qualifications

Education
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field from an accredited university.
• CIA or CPA required

Experience
• Five to seven years of relevant work experience, including at least two years in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Ability to independently manage multiple audit or project assignments simultaneously, prioritize competing demands, meet established deadlines, and produce high-quality results.
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks and Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Excellent written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to prepare clear, concise, accurate, and comprehensive reports that effectively communicate analyses, findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex risks to stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to perform in an Agile Audit environment, adapting to shifting priorities and evolving business needs.
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to recognize problems and design solutions for internal control weaknesses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, electronic workpaper software (such as TeamMate), and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems like PeopleSoft.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Experience:
• Report-Writing: Direct experience drafting and finalizing audit reports from start to finish.
• Program Development "From Scratch": Ability to customize audit programs and testing procedures independently.

General Information

Why Join Us?
• Competitive Pay: Up to $115,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including a zero-premium medical plan for employees, with affordable coverage options for spouses and dependents.
• Outstanding Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday.
• Subsidized Transit/Commute Assistance
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and skill-building.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualifying Employer
• Corporate Discounts and Memberships

Work Environment & Schedule
• Location: Harris County Auditor's Office, 1111 Fannin St., 10th Floor
• Schedule: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday

Our Mission
The mission of the Harris County Auditor's Office is to be a progressive, independent organization recognized for professionalism in fiscal oversight. Our vision is to foster sound financial management and operations at every level of county government while upholding the highest standards of integrity and stewardship.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more about our equal employment opportunity plan here: Harris County EEO Plan.

TO APPLY: Interested candidates should apply via:
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*

* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website: