Audit Specialist Jobs in Texas
Audit Specialist jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring across financial services, energy, healthcare, and state and local government sectors at every level from entry-level associate through senior audit specialist. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio are the largest hiring centers, anchored by employers such as ExxonMobil, Deloitte, and USAA, all of which maintain substantial Texas operations. The most sought-after specialties in the state are internal audit, IT audit, and compliance audit, reflecting Texas's concentration of energy companies and large regulated industries. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About this Position
At Texas Mutual, we are proud to create a stronger, safer Texas. That means helping injured workers return to a productive life, empowering businesses to excel, and giving back to our communities. As a Premium Audit Specialist, you will provide exceptional service to our valued policyholders. This service will achieve its goals through our analysis of financial records, our evaluation of operations, and our review of workers' compensation class codes. Additionally, you will conduct final audits to determine true exposure and premium earned.
This is a Texas-based position that will report to one of our regional offices in Austin, Dallas or Houston, based on the selected candidate's location. While the role offers the flexibility of primarily remote work, the selected candidate will be formally assigned to and supported by their designated regional office.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
In this role, you can expect to:
- Conduct Professional Employer Organization final audits and other large complex accounts.
- Apply the NCCI and Texas Basic Manual Rules, Classifications, and Rates for Workers' Compensation on TXM’s largest and most complex accounts.
- Provide advanced premium audit expertise, technical assistance, and education to staff, management, policyholders, and agents.
- Recommend, develop, and document premium audit procedures.
- Notify Special Investigation Department of accounts that are suspected of fraudulent practices, including participating in premium fraud investigations, estimating premium losses, providing depositions, and expert testimony in litigation.
It is required that you:
- Have a bachelor's degree or equivalent education, training, or experience.
- Have at least four years of premium audit experience or equivalent education, training and experience.
- Have extensive knowledge of underwriting principles, the TDI/NCCI basic manual of rules and Texas labor, and multistate workers' compensation auditing rules and regulations.
- Can travel in state as needed to visit our policyholders.
It would be great if you also have:
CPCU or Associate in Premium Audit designation
** This position does not include a company vehicle, internet stipend, or mobile phone stipend**
Texas Mutual Pay Transparency
The base pay range is based on the market evaluation of the job and may include pay for multiple levels. Individual base pay within the range is determined by a variety of factors, including experience, performance, education, and demonstration of skills and competencies required for each role. Your recruiter can discuss the full value of our total compensation package with you, including our generous bonus plans and flex-hybrid work model.
Base Pay Range: $49.27 - $60.87 Per Hour
Flex-Hybrid Work Environment:
Texas Mutual’s flex-hybrid schedule allows you to bring your best self to work by working remotely and collaborating in the office based on business needs. All Texas Mutual employees are required to have Texas residency and travel to their designated office as needed.
Our Benefits:
- Annual performance bonus and merit-based pay increase
- Lifestyle Savings Account ($1,000 per year)
- Automatic 4% employer contribution to retirement plan
- 401k plan with 100% employer match up to 6%
- Student loan repayment matching in 401k plan
- Three weeks’ time off for vacation
- Nine paid holidays and two personal days each year
- Day one health, Rx, vision and dental insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Pet insurance and pet Rx discounts
- Free on-site gym, fitness classes, and health and wellness resources
- Free identity theft protection
- Free student loan repayment and refinancing consultation
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus
- Free onsite snacks
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Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Audit Specialist Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Celanese4

- Dallas Independent School District2

- Freeman2

- Hendrick Automotive2

- Huston-Tillotson University2

Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials6
- Education6
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
- Insurance5
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in audit specialist jobs across Texas.
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or CPA license recognized in Texas preferred or required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related business field
- Proficiency with audit management software such as TeamMate, ACL, or SAP
- Demonstrated experience conducting internal or external audits in a regulated industry
- Familiarity with GAAP, GAAS, and relevant federal and Texas state compliance frameworks
- Strong written communication skills for producing clear, accurate audit reports and findings
Audit Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an audit specialist in Texas?
Most audit specialist roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and many employers prefer candidates who hold or are pursuing a Certified Internal Auditor designation through the Institute of Internal Auditors, or a CPA license issued by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy. CPA candidates must meet Texas's education hour requirements and pass the Uniform CPA Examination. Entry roles in internal or compliance audit are a common starting point for those building toward the specialist level.
How much do audit specialists make in Texas?
Audit specialists in Texas earn a median of about $80,920 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $53,380 for the lowest 10% to over $132,040 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire audit specialists in Texas?
Employers hiring audit specialists in Texas right now include Celanese, Dallas Independent School District, and Freeman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of energy corporations, large financial institutions, and major healthcare systems means audit specialist demand is distributed across several distinct industries rather than a single employer type.
Which Texas cities have the most audit specialist jobs?
Austin, Dallas, and Houston have the most audit specialist openings in Texas. Houston's dominant position reflects its energy sector headquarters and large financial services firms, while Dallas draws volume from corporate headquarters across banking, insurance, and technology, and San Antonio's significant federal presence and USAA operations create steady demand for compliance and internal audit professionals.
Are there remote audit specialist jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many other finance roles, since audit specialists working in internal audit, IT audit, or compliance review often complete analysis, documentation, and reporting work that can be done offsite. About 31% of audit specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting growing employer flexibility in desk-based audit functions. Fieldwork-intensive roles, such as on-site operational audits, are more likely to require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as an audit specialist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an audit associate or junior auditor role, which large Texas employers in energy, banking, and healthcare regularly post for candidates with a relevant degree but limited work history. Firms such as the Big Four accounting practices operating in Houston and Dallas run structured associate programs that accept recent graduates. Pursuing the CIA's internal audit practitioner designation early gives candidates a measurable credential edge, and moving laterally from accounting technician or accounts payable roles within a Texas organization is a common internal pathway.
Where can I find and apply to audit specialist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to audit specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly through each listing.
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