Auditor I

State of Oklahoma•Ada, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Oklahoma Office of the State Auditor and Inspector (SAI) is seeking AUDITOR 1 applicants with high integrity, strong work ethic, and a commitment to its Mission to work in our County Audit Division – CEDs/Southeast District located in our Ada District Office. The 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 their 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 their responsibility to “Speak truth to power”. The work culture is based on mutual respect and teamwork. Within SAI, they strive to promote a spirit of public service, professionalism, and camaraderie. They value the knowledge and insights gained and provide opportunities for 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
Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards
Knowledge of Government Auditing Standards
Strong verbal and written communication skills
The ability and desire to work as part of a team
Proficiency in Excel
Proficiency in Word
A valid driver’s license
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
Selected applicant will not be able to perform auditing work within the same county they reside

Nice To Haves

Strong critical thinking skills
Strong communication and time management skills
The ability to build effective working relationships
A strong interest in continued professional development

Responsibilities

Utilize accounting and auditing skills to perform financial, operational, and federal compliance audits for county governments and other political entities, which include the following county courthouses: Pittsburg, Latimer, Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Pontotoc, and McCurtain.

Benefits

Competitive salary - entry level $48,000 - $52,000 range; salary is commensurate with education and experience
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