Staff Auditor - Assurance and Advisory Services Department

Join Our Team as a Staff Auditor!

Harris County is the 3rd most populous county in the nation, provides an array of critical services to its community, including public health initiatives, disaster recovery efforts, toll road management, flood mitigation, and justice administration. The Harris County Auditor's Office plays an essential role in supporting these services by overseeing the final operations of over 90 departments. Under the leadership of the County Auditor, the office includes the Accounting and Internal Audit divisions, ensuring integrity and efficiency in the County's fiscal management.

Ready to take the next step in your career and grow with a team that invests in your success? Our Assurance and Advisory Services team is a professional, collaborative group with extensive audit expertise, built on a foundation of open communication, mentorship, and continuous learning. We offer an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you'll manage multiple concurrent projects, build your skills through real-world experience, and be supported by a team that values open dialogue and a true open-door policy. Here, your ideas are welcomed, your growth is prioritized, and your achievements are celebrated.

Why Join Us?

Harris County offers a dynamic, family-friendly workplace that values employee well-being and professional growth. Benefits include:

• Competitive pay: Up to $84,900 based on experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including a zero-premium medical plan for employees, with affordable coverage options for spouses and dependents.
• Outstanding Retirement Plan: Through the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS).
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: Choose from Nationwide, Corebridge Financial or Voya.
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks of paid leave.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday.
• Transportation Assistance: Participate in our Metro RideSponsor Program
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and skill-building.
• Loan Forgiveness Program: We're a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Corporate Discounts and memberships.

For additional details, visit our Benefits page: https://benefitsathctx.com/

About the Role:

As a Staff Auditor, your work supports the audit team, strengthens Assurance and Advisory Services' objectives, helps County departments improve processes, and ultimately benefits the broader community. Through active collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous communication, you will play a key role in identifying risks, supporting business objectives, and delivering value to our clients.

The Staff Auditor, day-to-day contributions will include:

• Assist with conducting project risk assessments, scoping, and developing audit work plans under appropriate supervision.
• Execute audit engagements in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards, Local Government Code, and applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare clear, organized audit workpapers documenting testing procedures, results, and conclusions.
• Identify audit findings and contribute recommendations focused on root cause remediation and operational improvement.
• Support senior auditors by contributing to the drafting of concise, factual audit reports and updating audit programs.
• Perform audit test work, review transactions and supporting documents, participate in client interviews, research regulations, and assist with special projects as assigned.

Required 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 matter.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Attributes

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, proactive mindset, and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Quickly learns and adapts to new concepts, tasks, and processes with strong attention to detail.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, with the ability to apply critical thinking and professional skepticism.
• Shows ambition for career growth, a commitment to continuous learning, and a drive to contribute to team success.
• Collaborates effectively with others, maintaining a team-oriented mindset and a focus on achieving shared goals.
• Ability to interact respectfully and deliver services effectively and proficiently.
• Ability to plan, organize, and follow through on assigned projects in a timely manner.

Work Environment

• Monday - Friday | 40 hrs. per week | Exempt
• May be required to work more than forty hours during the workweek or on weekends when special projects need to be completed, or deadlines need to be met.
• Position's physical requirements: Ability to push/pull up to 20 lbs. and lift/carry up to 20 lbs. | 80% sitting, 10% standing, and 10% walking.
• Ability to travel to various locations within Harris County.

Our Mission and Vision: The mission of the Harris County Auditor's Office is to be an independent and progressive organization recognized for professionalism in carrying out the County Auditor's statutory duties and responsibilities. The vision of the Harris County Auditor's Office is to create and maintain an environment of sound fiscal management and efficient financial operations at all levels of county government, while providing support to Commissioners Court, County Officials, Department Heads, and the public with the highest level of integrity and financial stewardship.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Learn more about our equal employment opportunity plan here: https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered. Employment is also contingent upon passing a drug screening.

Salary : $84,900