Staff Auditor - Assurance and Advisory Services Department

About the Auditor's Office

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.

The Assurance and Advisory Services (AAS) Department , within the Internal Audit Division, provides independent assurance and advisory services across Harris County. Our work provides objective insight into financial accountability, safeguarding assets, business processes and internal controls, and compliance with applicable policies, laws, regulations, and agreements. We also identify opportunities for process improvement and provide independent insight on special projects.

Ready to take the next step in your auditing career and grow with a team that invests in your success?

As a Staff Auditor with the Assurance and Advisory Services team, your work supports the audit team, strengthens Assurance and Advisory Services' objectives, helps County departments improve processes, and ultimately benefits the broader community.

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 $80,000 annually, depending on experience

- Comprehensive Benefits: Including a zero-premium medical plan for employees, with affordable coverage options for spouses and dependents

- Outstanding Retirement Program

- Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks

- Generous Paid Time Off : Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday

- Additional Perks: Subsidized transit/commute assistance, professional development/growth opportunities, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer status, and corporate discounts/memberships.

About the Role:

As a Staff Auditor, you'll gain hands-on experience across a variety of AAS audit engagements while working alongside experienced audit professionals. You'll have opportunities to contribute to audits from initial planning through fieldwork, reporting, and completion, including first-time audits where you'll help develop the audit approach, identify key risks, and evaluate processes and controls from the ground up. You will play an important role in supporting business objectives, identifying opportunities for improvement, and delivering meaningful value to our clients.

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

- Assist with project risk assessments, scoping, and audit work plan development under appropriate supervision.

- Execute audit engagements in accordance with Global Internal Audit Standards, Local Government Code, and applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.

- Prepare clear, concise audit workpapers and complete base-level documentation in audit systems with high attention to detail.

- Perform audit test work, review transactions and supporting documents, participate in client interviews, and assist with special projects as assigned.

- Research applicable laws, regulations, and County departmental structures, identifying findings and proposing cost-effective, root-cause recommendations.

- Support senior auditors by contributing to the drafting of concise, factual audit reports and updating audit programs.

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 matters.

- Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 or equivalent software.

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.

- Demonstrates a genuine interest in internal auditing and professional growth, with a commitment to continuous learning.

- 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.

General Information

- Position Type: Full-time | Regular

- Work Location: Harris County Auditor's Office, 1111 Fannin St. 10th Floor

- Work Environment: This position operates in a hybrid work environment and requires a minimum of three (3) days per week on-site.

- Schedule: Monday – Friday | 40 hrs. per week

- Travel: Ability to travel to various locations within Harris County

- Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods of time, ability to push/pull up to 20 lbs. and lift/carry up to 20 lbs.

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 https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx