Auditor I

State of Oklahoma•Ada, OK

7d•$48,000 - $52,000

About The Position

The Oklahoma Office of the State Auditor and Inspector (SAI) is seeking AUDITOR I1 applicants with high integrity, strong work ethic, and a commitment to its Mission to work in our County Audit Division – Eastern Area located out of our Ada District Office which includes but not limited to the following county courthouses: Adair, Cherokee, Haskell, LeFlore, McIntosh, Muskogee, Sequoyah, and Wagoner Counties. Mission Our Mission is to independently serve taxpayers and public officials by conducting audits that provide meaningful, reliable results and promote efficiency, stewardship, and transparency in government. It is our passion to be the leaders both elected officials and citizens turn to for unbiased information on the effectiveness and efficiency of state and local governments. State Auditor Cindy Byrd, CPA, believes it is our responsibility to “Speak truth to power”. To learn more about what we do, visit our Who We Are link under the Employment Opportunities section on our webpage. Culture Our work culture is based on mutual respect and teamwork. Within SAI, we strive to promote a spirit of public service, professionalism, and camaraderie. Personal Development Opportunities: We value the knowledge and insights you’ve already gained—and we provide you with opportunities to go further. We are committed to our team’s continued development through training both on the job and in the classroom.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, or other business-related field, or a minimum of two years’ experience in an accounting and/or audit environment is necessary.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, generally accepted auditing standards, and Government Auditing Standards
Strong verbal and written communication skills
The ability and desire to work as part of a team
Proficiency in Excel and Word
A valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Applicants who demonstrate strong critical thinking skills
Those who have strong communication and time management skills
The ability to build effective working relationships
A strong interest in continued professional development.

Responsibilities

As a team member you will utilize your accounting and auditing skills to audit county governments and other political entities, which includes but not limited to the following county courthouses: Adair, Cherokee, Haskell, LeFlore, McIntosh, Muskogee, Sequoyah, and Wagoner Counties.
Flexibility with travel and overnight arrangements are essential for this position as travel to audit sites will be required and overnight stays possible for some audits.
Please note, selected applicant will not be able to perform auditing work within the same county they reside.

Benefits

Competitive salary - entry level $48,000 - $52,000 range; salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Excellent state benefits consisting of:
Retirement Plans: Defined Contribution with employer match up to 7% and Voluntary Contribution Plan
Comprehensive health insurance – medical, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and flexible medical spending account.
Supplemental life insurance.
Generous Benefits Allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
Longevity Bonus after two years of consecutive service.
11 Paid State Holidays annually.
120 hours Annual Leave per year – monthly accrual to begin immediately.
120 hours Sick Leave per year – monthly accrual to begin immediately.
CPE training provided/Educational leave for certifications.
Per diem for overnight travel.
Flexible work hours.