Internal Auditor II

Salary : $73,022.16 Annually
Location : Georgetown: 1848 Texas Trail, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 14.03380
Department: County Auditor
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
FLSA: Exempt


JOB SUMMARY
Reporting directly to the Assistant Internal Audit Director, responsible for scheduling and performing complex audits, including financial, operational, compliance, contract, and assurance audits, for internal departments and vendors while maintaining independence and objectivity. Evaluates the effectiveness of audit procedures and provides consultation to county personnel. Level II of II in Internal Audit. Funded to begin on/after 10/1/2026.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

• Trains and assists Internal Auditor I positions with assigned audits
• Performs advanced full charge audits of essential county offices and vendors using proven audit theory
• Completes special project audits and contract audits outside the realm of county departments
• Evaluates and maps processes while identifying control strengths and weaknesses within the office with the goal of improving processes
• Reviews and verifies bank reconciliations along with reports completed by fee collecting offices for accuracy
• Analyzes data and internal control strengths and weaknesses; assists in maintaining internal controls
• Creates audit reports and summarizes any audit findings and makes recommendations as needed; follows up on past recommendations
• Receives data from multiple sources, configures and extracts relevant data; performs data mining and analysis to identify anomalies, patterns, sets, and other trends
• Researches and applies knowledge of local, state, and federal government statutes and other legislative changes as they apply to audit responsibilities
• Communicates frequently with county personnel, department heads, and elected officials as it applies to the position
• Submits audit reports with supporting documentation through the review process
• Meets with department heads/elected officials to review audit findings
• Evaluates audit results and makes recommendation to improve and strengthen internal controls surrounding manual and automated accounting systems
• Distributes final audit reports to appropriate personnel after acquiring approval
• Develops audit programs to adequately identify audit objectives/methodologies
• Focuses on transaction testing through sampling and tracing financial activity; reviews internal controls, and completes compliance testing
• Notifies and interviews pertinent personnel regarding risk, audit scope, and objectives
• Conducts peer reviews of work performed by other auditors
• Participates in creating standard operating procedures for new processes that arise
• Records audit steps and processes for documentation purposes
• Assists county departments with cash drawer needs; resolves cash overages/shortages
• Creates and maintains various reports, forms, worksheets, and informational materials
• Assists other Internal Audit staff
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs advanced projects as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to - Assistant Internal Audit Director
• Direct Reports - No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying
• Position involves operating a motor vehicle

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is primarily conducted indoors in an air-conditioned environment
• Regular travel between work sites as required with possibility of overnight/out of state travel
• Occasionally required to work remotely

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and three (3) years of relevant audit experience
• Working knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, and cash handling practices
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, audit management software, and financial systems

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

• Valid driver's license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with TeamMate Audit Management
• Experience with TeamMate Analytics or a comparable application
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: No
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.
To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator.
The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and three (3) years of relevant audit experience?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have working knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, and cash handling practices?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, audit management software, and financial systems?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

05


Do you possess and maintain a satisfactory motor vehicle record?

• Yes
• No

06


Are you willing to undergo a comprehensive background investigation, including a review of your driving record, and criminal history?

• Yes
• No

07


The primary office hours are Monday-Friday 8am - 5pm. However, work outside of the normal office hours may be required. Do you understand, and agree to, this arrangement to support business needs?

• Yes
• No

08


Do you have experience working with TeamMate or another audit software?

• Yes
• No

09


Please select any audit certification(s) you hold.

• Certified Government Auditing Professional
• Certified Internal Auditor
• Certified Fraud Examiner
• Certified Public Accountant
• None

10


Please provide a brief statement introducing yourself and illustrate why you should be considered as the most qualified individual for this position (please do not use programs such as ChatGPT to answer this question!).
Required Question