Experienced Financial Auditor (Auditor II)

About the position The Arizona Auditor General serves as an independent source of impartial information concerning State and local governmental entities and provides specific recommendations to improve the operations of those entities. We achieve our mission through the thoroughly specific research, audits, and investigations of our professional team members who educate stakeholders through our reports, alerts, and reviews. Since 1969, our office has continued to innovate, grow, and become one of the most highly regarded leaders in our field. Join our team and make a positive difference in your community by promoting better government for all Arizona’s citizens. We look forward to working with you! Experienced Financial Auditor (Auditor II) AUDITOR GENERAL YOU MUST APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE FOR THIS POSITION. Responsibilities • Conduct financial and compliance audits of the State of Arizona and its agencies, universities, counties, and community colleges following AICPA’s generally accepted auditing standards, the U.S. GAO’s Government Auditing Standards, and other federal auditing requirements. • Provide guidance and supervision to Auditor Is. • Assist audit managers and seniors with administrative tasks such as time budgets and performance evaluations. • Occasionally travel out of town to conduct audits. Requirements • Bachelor’s or master’s degree with 24 completed semester hours of accounting. • Two years’ or more financial statement audit experience. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively and prioritize under tight deadlines. • Knowledge and understanding of the AICPA’s auditing standards and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board’s accounting and reporting standards at an intermediate level. • Strong interest in public service and improving State government. • Ability to evaluate an auditee’s internal controls, including IT general controls, and determine auditee’s compliance with laws, regulations, and other applicable standards. • Excellent analytical, research, critical thinking, time management, and verbal and written communication skills. • Must have valid Arizona driver's license and reliable transportation. Benefits • Generous paid vacation and sick leave with 10 paid holidays per year. • Medical insurance, with the employer covering 88% of the premium cost. • Retirement plan with 100% employer match of the 12.17% employee contribution and additional deferred compensation options. • Business casual dress. • Flexible Monday through Friday work schedules and telecommuting options. • Continuing education provided and paid for by the employer. • Tuition assistance program for those who qualify. • Clear path to advance your career. • Dental and vision insurance. • Long-term disability insurance and optional short-term disability insurance. • $15,000 life insurance policy and options to purchase additional coverage and supplemental coverage for dependents. • Optional flexible spending accounts. Apply tot his job