Assistant State Auditor 1, 2, or 3 - Port Orchard

State of Washington • Kitsap County - Port Orchard, WA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Auditor's Office (SAO) is seeking innovative and talented individuals to join their team as an Assistant State Auditor. This role offers a career where you can take pride in your work and the services performed for the citizens of Washington State. The SAO is committed to building a collaborative and inclusive workplace that supports employee growth and professional development. They offer flexible schedules and a hybrid work environment. The Assistant State Auditor position is part of an in-training program designed to develop auditing skills. The specific level (1, 2, or 3) will be determined by a combination of education, experience, and demonstrated competencies. The role involves conducting various types of audits for local governments, providing valuable recommendations for improvement, and promoting positive working relationships with clients. Team Port Orchard, one of 17 local audit teams, is responsible for audits in Kitsap, Mason, Jefferson, Clallam, and portions of Pierce and King Counties, covering a wide array of entity types. The work is performed in a hybrid environment, requiring occasional travel to client locations. The team values goal-driven employees who are accountable and invested in their learning and development, with access to internal resources, training, and mentoring.

Requirements

• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Time/Project Management skills.
• Understanding of Accounting concepts/principles as they relate to Auditing.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to build effective working relationships.
• Assistant State Auditor 1: Bachelor's degree with a minimum of three college-level accounting courses OR 4-years of business or relevant experience (minimum 1-year in accounting/auditing) OR any equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Assistant State Auditor 2: Bachelor's degree with a minimum of three college-level accounting courses and one year of relevant experience OR 5-years of business or relevant experience (minimum 2-years in accounting/auditing) OR any equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Assistant State Auditor 3: Bachelor's degree and completion of at least three college-level accounting classes and two years of relevant experience OR 6-years of relevant experience (minimum 3-years in accounting or auditing) OR any equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Relevant experience is defined as experience in accounting, auditing, finance, banking, or financial investigations.
• Submit a completed application.
• Provide complete responses on all supplemental questions.
• Submit a resume and a cover letter addressing how your education/experience relates to the key competencies identified for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Government audit experience preferred (for ASA 2 and ASA 3).

Responsibilities

• Conduct accountability, financial, and federal grant compliance audits.
• Plan and conduct risk-based financial and legal compliance audits of Washington State agencies and local governments.
• Perform special investigations pertaining to citizen concerns and/or frauds.
• Review the work of and provide mentoring to in-training level staff (for ASA 3).
• Participate in client discussions and/or presentations under the guidance of a supervisor or Audit Lead (for ASA 2).
• Work in teams to complete most work in the field at the governmental entity.

Benefits

• Full benefits package.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Growth and development opportunities, including 80+ hours of training each biennium.
• Educational and professional certification reimbursements.
• An agency-wide commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion in the workplace.
• Flexible schedules.
• Hybrid work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level