Assistant State Auditor 1, 2, or 3 (Financial Audit)

State of Washington•Thurston County – Olympia, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Auditor’s Office is hiring an Assistant State Auditor at level 1, 2, or 3 for Team Financial Audit in Olympia, Washington. The role offers the opportunity to help ensure audits are relevant and valuable to the governments audited and to serve the citizens of Washington State. The agency describes its culture as collaborative and committed to inclusion, equity, openness, accountability, and learning. It offers flexible schedules and a hybrid work environment, though telework is limited during initial onboarding and training, when employees should expect to be onsite regularly in Olympia. This is a three-level role. Assistant State Auditor 1 is the first level of an in-training program, with classes, on-the-job training, and review and feedback to support skill development. Most work is performed in the field at governmental entities as part of a team. Assistant State Auditor 2 continues that development and may plan and conduct audits and participate in client discussions or presentations under a supervisor’s or Audit Lead’s guidance. Assistant State Auditor 3 is the journey level, responsible for planning and conducting risk-based financial and legal compliance audits of Washington State agencies and local governments. Journey-level auditors may also conduct special investigations related to citizen concerns or fraud, and review and mentor the work of in-training staff. Placement is determined by education, years of experience, and demonstrated competencies. Relevant experience is defined as experience in accounting, auditing, finance, banking, or financial investigations. The agency offers a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, training and development opportunities, and educational and professional certification reimbursements.

Requirements

Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
Time and project management skills.
Understanding of accounting concepts and principles as they relate to auditing.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to collaborate and build effective working relationships.
Assistant State Auditor 1: Bachelor’s degree with at least three college-level accounting courses; or four years of business or relevant experience, including at least one year in accounting or auditing; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Assistant State Auditor 2: Bachelor’s degree with at least three college-level accounting courses and one year of relevant experience; or five years of business or relevant experience, including at least two years in accounting or auditing; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Assistant State Auditor 3: Bachelor’s degree with at least three college-level accounting courses and two years of relevant experience; or six years of relevant experience, including at least three years in accounting or auditing; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Relevant experience is defined as experience in accounting, auditing, finance, banking, or financial investigations.
Applicants must submit a completed application, complete responses to supplemental questions, and a resume and cover letter addressing how their education and experience relate to the position’s key competencies.

Nice To Haves

Government audit experience is preferred for Assistant State Auditor 2 and Assistant State Auditor 3.

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct risk-based financial and legal compliance audits of Washington State agencies and local governments at the journey level.
Conduct special investigations related to citizen concerns and/or fraud, as needed.
At the intermediate level, plan and conduct audits and participate in client discussions and/or presentations under the guidance of a supervisor or Audit Lead.
Review work and mentor in-training staff at the journey level.
Work with audit teams, including completing much of the work in the field at governmental entities.