FIELD AUDITOR III (DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE) - AFSCME 3696

Requisition ID: 00139149 Posting: Jun 25, 2026 3:37:49 PM. Closing Date: Jul 16, 2026 4:59:00 AM. Shift: Full-time, Start 8:30 A.M., End 4:30 P.M. Salary: $35.864 per hour. Organization: Offices Under the President Work Location: County Building, 118 N. Clark Job Summary Performs audits of County agencies or businesses that remit home rule taxes to the County either independently or under general supervision. Works on the County's annual external audit under the direction of supervisor. Assesses the degree of risk associated with specific accounts and classes of transactions for purposes of determining audit procedures. Performs audits of compliance for entities subjected to various Cook County ordinances. Observes explanations for differences between physical counts and accounting inventory. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Knowledge of or the ability to comprehend County, State and Federal laws, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures that directly or indirectly affect the collection of County taxes and fees. Knowledge of tax or other types of field investigation techniques, policies and procedures. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and auditing standards. Ability to objectively and tactfully communicate with hostile or reluctant business owners, operators or taxpayers. Ability to comprehend an agency's accounting system. Ability to communicate in writing in a concise and grammatically correct manner. Ability to understand accounting or operating procedure narratives or flowcharts. Knowledge of internal control concepts and procedures. Ability to analyze, prepare and/or present audit/inspection findings or conclusions in a logical manner. Ability to ascertain compliance with laws, home rule tax ordinances and regulations. Skill observing an entity's operations and documenting those observations with narratives or flowcharts. Ability to interpret both verbal and nonverbal information from others. Skill evaluating information for problem solving. Skill organizing information in a logical manner to support audit results. Ability to maintain an attitude of professional skepticism throughout an audit. Ability to identify possible errors, irregularities and illegal acts. Knowledge of applicable software programs such as Microsoft Office. Ability to work flexible hours to conduct investigation visits. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. One (1) year full-time work experience. Valid driver’s license. Must work flexible work hours to conduct investigation visits. This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process. Work requires occasional lifting or moving up to 10 pounds; primarily sedentary with some walking or standing. Group and Voluntary Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Basic Term Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time Voluntary Benefits You may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Veteran Preference Identify themselves as a veteran on their employment application by answering yes to the question “Are you a military veteran?” Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation) at time of application filing. If you have multiple DD 214s, DD 215s, or NGB 22s, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (after 9/11). The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Candidate must provide original applicable discharge papers at time of interview and be prepared to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) within five (5) days of receiving an offer. This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. The County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected category. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cook County Government