Auditor/Sr. Auditor

Auditor Job Description

The successful candidate will be hired as an Auditor or Senior Auditor, depending on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

Summary: Responsible for auditing government program effectiveness, efficiency and compliance by analyzing data, interviewing officials, and reviewing operations to identify weaknesses and recommend improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities upon assignment (as assigned) and may include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Conduct audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards.
• Verify City's compliance with federal, state and local rules and regulations, as well as internal policies and guidelines.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop audit programs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of City's system of internal controls and efficiency of operations.
• Review cost control procedures used for operating expenditures.
• Review the system of management controls in place to ensure that vendors and customers are in compliance with contracts.
• Perform data analysis.
• Provide report of findings and recommendations for corrective measures in areas needing improvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four-year college degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or Information Systems
• 2 years of related experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four-year college degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or Information Systems
• Two years of experience in auditing
• CFE, CISA or relevant audit certification or the ability to obtain within three years of hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS)
• Intermediate skill in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain objectivity and independence (Independence of Mind and Appearance) at all times
• Ability to analyze various financial and procedural information and documentation
• Ability to complete projects within required timeline
• Ability to learn and use data analysis tools
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license
• Ability to obtain an audit certification within 3 years of hire

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

The incumbent works in a typical office environment; occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work performed.

Sr. Auditor Job Description

Summary: Responsible for planning and conducting complex operational, compliance and financial audits, to assess accuracy, efficiency, effectiveness and compliance with laws and standards. Key duties involve project management, data analysis, fieldwork, risk assessment, writing audit reports and communicating results to diverse audiences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (as assigned) and may include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Lead and conduct complex audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards.
• Verify City's compliance with federal, state and local rules and regulations, as well as internal policies and guidelines.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop audit programs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of City's system of internal controls and efficiency of operations.
• Review cost control procedures used for operating expenditures.
• Review the system of management controls in place to ensure that vendors and customers are in compliance with contracts.
• Perform comprehensive data analysis.
• Provide report of findings and recommendations for corrective measures in areas needing improvement.
• Draft clear, concise, objective and actionable audit reports.
• Assist with training lower-level auditors in appropriate business procedures and internal controls. Promote cohesion among team members.
• Review work papers to ensure adequacy, relevance, reliability, and completeness to address audit objectives and support conclusions.
• Investigate fraud, waste and/or abuse (FWA) allegations reported directly or via the anonymous hotline.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four-year college degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or Information Systems
• 5 years related experience
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or Information Systems
• 5 years in auditing with at least 3 years of governmental auditing experience.
• CIA, CPA or CISA certification or the ability to obtain within three years of hire

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS)
• Advanced skill in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint)
• Willingness to go the extra mile to achieve departmental goals and objectives
• Ability to plan and organize workload in order to meet established deadlines
• Ability to understand strengths and weaknesses of team members and promote team spirit
• Ability to learn and use data analysis tools
• Ability to analyze various financial and procedural information and documentation
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Licenses and Certifications:

• CIA, CPA or CISA Certification or the ability to obtain within three years of hire
• Valid Class C Texas driver's license

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

The incumbent works in a typical office environment; relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Occasional outside work performed.