Legislative Auditor: West Tennessee

Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury•Jackson, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Legislative Auditor Location: West Tennessee ( Chester, McNairy, Henderson, Madison, and Hardeman counties ) Join us in our mission to make government work better. Role Snapshot This position conducts external audits for local government entities in the West Tennessee region, ensuring accountability, transparency, and effective operations across publicly funded organizations. Why You'll Love This Job Meaningful work that impacts communities across Tennessee Flexible schedules and a standard 37.5-hour workweek Opportunities for professional growth and development Collaborative and supportive team environment Comprehensive benefits and work-life balance What You'll Do Conduct audits of local governmental entities in accordance with professional auditing standards. Examine and review records, reports, financial statements, and management practices. Evaluate financial statement presentation, internal controls, compliance, and operational efficiency and effectiveness. Produce clear, logical, and well-supported workpapers and data analyses. Communicate clearly with auditees, coworkers, elected officials, and stakeholders. Take initiative, seek continuous improvement, and contribute to a collaborative team culture. What We're Looking For Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration with at least 24 semester hours in accounting Ability to learn quickly, think critically, problem solve, and produce accurate work Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Clear written and verbal communication skills Ability to work tactfully with coworkers, auditees, and stakeholders Sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions Preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license (not required but strongly encouraged for advancement) Experience in auditing, governmental accounting, or related fields Logistics Travel: For Local Government Auditors, travel is required but is generally confined to same day commutes to and from a job site. Overnight stays may be required, as necessary. Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits, including annual and sick leave, insurance plans, pension, 401(k), college fee waivers, and flexible schedules. About the Office The Office of the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury audits state and local government entities and oversees financial and administrative management of state government. We are nationally recognized for professionalism and accountability and consistently rank as a Top Workplace. Learn more at www.comptroller.tn.gov . Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to fair and equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, veteran status, or any category protected by law. NOTICE This position requires a criminal background check. You may be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered for this position. Texting Privacy Policy and Information: Message type: informational; you will receive text messages regarding your application and potentially regarding interview scheduling. Message frequency will vary depending on the application process. Msg & data rates may apply. OPT out at any time by texting "Stop".

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration with at least 24 semester hours in accounting
Ability to learn quickly, think critically, problem solve, and produce accurate work
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work tactfully with coworkers, auditees, and stakeholders
Sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license (not required but strongly encouraged for advancement)
Experience in auditing, governmental accounting, or related fields

Responsibilities

Conduct audits of local governmental entities in accordance with professional auditing standards.
Examine and review records, reports, financial statements, and management practices.
Evaluate financial statement presentation, internal controls, compliance, and operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Produce clear, logical, and well-supported workpapers and data analyses.
Communicate clearly with auditees, coworkers, elected officials, and stakeholders.
Take initiative, seek continuous improvement, and contribute to a collaborative team culture.