Audit Specialist Jobs in Austin, TX

ANNUAL SALARY: $71,000.00 - $145,221.48/yr

HIRE DATE: TBD

HOURS PER WEEK: 40; Willingness to travel up to 25% within Texas required.

NO. OF OPENINGS: Multiple

SPONSORSHIP: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

General Description:

The Audit Project Manager within the State Auditor's Office is responsible for overseeing and managing complex audit projects that evaluate the financial performance, compliance and operational efficiency of state agencies, universities, departments, and programs in accordance with state laws and regulations. This role ensures that audits are conducted in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards. The Audit Project Manager will direct the day-to-day activities of an audit, supervise audit teams, coordinate resources, and ensure that audits are completed within established timelines and hourly budgets. This position is primarily in-office, with limited telecommuting days available based on team and agency needs. Regular onsite attendance is considered an essential function of this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Audit Planning & Coordination:
  • Lead the planning including assessing risk and scoping of audit projects.
  • Develop audit strategies and methodologies in compliance with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS).
  • Establish project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure audits are completed within expected deadlines.
  • Collaborate with relevant stakeholders.
  • Identify areas of potential risk, noncompliance, fraud, or inefficiency in state agencies or programs.

• Team Management & Supervision:
  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of auditors guiding them through the audit process, providing training, feedback, and development opportunities.
  • Assign audit tasks and monitor team performance to ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.
  • Conduct regular meetings to review progress, address challenges, and adjust strategies as needed.

• Budget & Resource Management:
  • Manage the budget and resource allocation for assigned audit project, ensuring efficient use of office resources.
  • Track staffing needs and timelines, and report progress to audit management.

• Audit Execution & Oversight:
  • Oversees audit fieldwork to ensure it is conducted as planned.
  • Review audit documentation and findings to ensure accuracy, thoroughness and compliance with established auditing standards, including evaluating the sufficiency and appropriateness of audit evidence.
  • Ensure the accuracy and completeness of audit documentation and reports.
  • Implement quality management procedures to ensure the consistency and reliability of audit findings and conclusions.

• Communication & Reporting:
  • Serves as the auditee's primary contact for an audit engagement.
  • Communicate audit findings and recommendations clearly and effectively to agency leadership, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
  • Prepare detailed audit reports, highlighting key findings, risks, and recommended improvements to ensure transparency and accountability in state government.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field (Master's degree or relevant certification is a plus).
• Certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), or CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in auditing, including at least 2 years in a managerial role or project management capacity within a governmental or public sector environment.
• In-depth knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS) and ability to interpret state government regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings in a clear, understandable manner.
• Proficiency in audit management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant tools.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership, project management, and team-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on identifying risks, inefficiencies, and areas of non-compliance.
• Attention to detail, with a commitment to ensuring the highest standards of audit integrity and accuracy.
• Advanced critical thinking skills, including the ability to assess the significance of audit findings and determine the impact to the overall audit objectives.

The State Auditor's Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Office.