Financial Auditor
Division:
Financial Audit
Starting Salary:
Depending on your experience, you could be hired as either a:
Financial Auditor I:
$50,000 (Bachelor's degree)
$53,000 (Master's degree, CPA certification, or 150 qualifying credit hours in accordance with the Arizona Board of Accountancy)
Financial Auditor II:
$53,800 (Bachelor's degree)
$56,800 (Master's degree, CPA certification, or 150 qualifying credit hours in accordance with the Arizona Board of Accountancy)
Status:
Open until filled
Location:
Phoenix Office
Description:
Auditor I's and II's assist in conducting financial and compliance audits of state agencies, counties, and the state educational system, including community college districts and universities. The Financial Audit Division conducts audits in accordance with the AICPA's generally accepted auditing standards, the U.S. GAO's Government Auditing Standards, and other federal auditing requirements. We express opinions on financial statements and issue reports on internal control and compliance.
All of our positions are in-person. However, due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, employees might be given the option to telecommute.
Qualifications:
Minimum requirement:
- Bachelor's degree, with 24 completed semester hours of accounting and a minimum 3.0 GPA in accounting classes.
- Preferred: Master’s degree or at least 150 semester hours, with a minimum of 36 completed semester hours of accounting, or CPA license.
The ideal applicant will also have the following:
- Availability for limited travel to conduct out-of-town audits at certain times of the year.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Access.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have implemented safety protocols for our team members to follow to help ensure their and district personnel’s safety.
Benefits:
The Arizona Auditor General offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Generous paid time off, 10 paid holidays per year, and paid sick leave.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan with 100% employer match.
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• Optional short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.
• Flexible work schedules, including telecommuting options.
• Business casual dress code.
• Continuing education and path to advancement.
How to Apply:
Please use this link, azauditor.gov/careers/employment-application, to complete our required job application and to send other required information, including:
- your resume
- a cover letter detailing how your qualifications are a good match for the position for which you are applying
- unofficial transcripts from all the colleges you attended.
If you have questions or problems, please feel free to contact our Human Resources Specialist, Beth Entringer, at recruiter@azauditor.gov.
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