Staff Auditor

TxDOT’s Internal Audit Division is looking for an Auditor I, II or III based in Austin, Houston, Fort Worth, Childress, or Dallas to perform complex process audits. The ideal candidate is motivated and enjoys working in a fast-paced and decentralized team environment. We are a diverse workforce that encourages career development. 

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right to determine the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
 

Auditor I 
Salary B20 $50,000 - $57,999 

Performs audit work in the Internal Audit Division to include audits of financial, administrative and/or technical functions to determine compliance with Department policies, procedures, directives, and relevant laws; as well as effectiveness and efficiency of operations. Work involves examination and investigation of activities, practices and procedures in compliance with professional auditing standards and requires maintaining, reviewing and preparing confidential information. Work requires contact with departmental staff. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Auditor II 
Salary B22 $58,000 - $65,000 

Performs audit work in the Internal Audit Division to include audits of financial, administrative and/or technical functions to determine compliance with Department policies, procedures, directives and relevant laws; as well as effectiveness and efficiency of operations. Work involves planning, organizing and conducting audits in compliance with professional auditing standards; maintaining, reviewing and preparing confidential information. Work requires contact with departmental staff. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments;
however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Auditor III 
Salary B23 $65,001- $75,000 

Performs complex audit work in the Internal Audit Division to include audits of financial, administrative and technical functions to determine compliance with Department policies, procedures, directives and relevant laws; as well as effectiveness and efficiency of operations. Work involves planning, organizing, conducting and/or assistance in overseeing audits in compliance with professional auditing standards; maintaining, reviewing and preparing confidential information and other management-related programs.  Work requires contact with departmental executives, and managers.  Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

Auditor I:

• Assists in consolidating and summarizing information during audits and preparing final reports.
• Assists in developing audit programs to include objectives and audit procedures.
• Assists in internal control studies and risk assessments.
• Assists with responsible administrative work.
• Attends audit team meetings and provides information to the engagement lead and supervisors on the status and progress of field work.
• Performs research and analysis on draft policies, procedures, manuals and project documents.
• Assists in examining and evaluating information and documentation, and prepares findings to determine compliance with Department policies and procedures and relevant local, state and federal laws.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Auditor II:
All of the above and:

• Compiles, examines and evaluates information and documentation, and prepares findings to determine compliance with Department policies and procedures and relevant local, state and federal laws.
• Conducts audit programs and special investigations of practices and procedures.
• Conducts interviews and briefings with departmental staff to include executives/managers to obtain information and to present results of the preliminary survey and the audit program.
• Conducts or assists in internal control studies and risk assessments.
• Keeps audit team members, engagement lead and supervisor informed of progress of audits through team meetings, briefings, status reports and emails.
• Presents audit results to Department managers.
• Visits area and field offices to conduct testing a required and/or verify corrective action has been implemented.
• May provide guidance to new auditors and administrative staff.
• Performs research and analysis on draft policies, procedures, manuals and project documents.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Auditor III:
All of the above and:

• Performs complex audits of internal financial compliance and management-directed audits of internal practices and procedures
• Analyzing issues, facts and available information to develop logical solutions; researching inconsistencies of facts or data; drawing correct inferences from information and making recommendations that support business decisions.
• Maintaining effective working relationships with team members and clients.
• Serves as a resource to and assists/trains less experienced auditors.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: 

Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, or finance.

Experience: 

Auditor I: No work experience required.

Auditor II: 2 YEARS in accounting, auditing, financial analysis, financial examination, or related experience.
(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Auditor III: 3 YEARS accounting or auditing-related experience
(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Substitution:

• Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
• Current certification as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA),
  Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and/or Certified Information
  Systems Security Professional (CISSP) may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience.

Licenses and Certifications: 

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), 
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), 
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), 
• Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), 
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Competencies: 

Auditor I:

• Applicable laws, rules and regulations
• Research and analysis methodologies
• Maintaining effective working relationships with team members and clients
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data
• Meeting deadlines
• Administrative practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management
• Communicate effectively 
• Protects sensitive and confidential information

Auditor II and III:
Increased skill in the above, and:

• Generally accepted accounting principles, procedures and terminology
• Giving attention to detail and reviewing information to identify any errors and problems; ensuring consistency and clarity of information
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files and reports
• Developing and giving presentations

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: 

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or finger
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment: 

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

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