Assistant State Auditor , or - North King

Assistant State Auditor 1, 2, or 3 – North King County (Bellevue, WA)

Auditing is an excellent opportunity for innovators. As an Assistant State Auditor (ASA), you will join us in searching for new ideas to ensure our audits are relevant and provide value to the governments we audit. You will take pride in the work you do and the services we perform for the citizens of Washington State.

The Team North King County office is located in Bellevue and is one of 17 local audit teams within the Office of the Washington State Auditor. The team conducts audits of state and local governments in King and Snohomish counties, performing accountability, federal grant compliance, and financial statement audits for cities, school districts, water districts, hospitals, risk pools, and fire districts.

• Written and verbal communication
• Time/Project Management
• Understanding of accounting concepts/principles as they relate to auditing
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skill
• Team collaboration:
  Ability to build effective working relationships

Assist in the conduct and completion of audits of state and local governments. Work primarily in the field at the governmental entity, collaborating with audit teams and applying knowledge gained through training.

Entry‑level in‑training program (pay $4,320 – $5,812). Includes classes, on‑the‑job training, and work‑product review.

• Option 1:
  Bachelor’s degree + at least three college‑level accounting courses.
• Option 2:
  Four years of business or relevant experience, including at least one year in accounting/auditing.
• Option 3:
  Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Optional premium: 5% pay premium for duty stations in King County.

Intermediate level in‑training program (pay $5,011 – $6,735). May plan and conduct audits under supervision.

• Option 1:
  Bachelor’s degree + at least three college‑level accounting courses, plus one year of relevant experience. Government audit experience preferred.
• Option 2:
  Five years of business or relevant experience, including two years in accounting/auditing. Government audit experience preferred.
• Option 3:
  Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Journey level (pay $6,259 – $8,415). Responsible for planning and conducting risk‑based financial and legal compliance audits, and may perform special investigations. Mentor in‑training staff.

• Option 1:
  Bachelor’s degree + at least three college‑level accounting courses and two years of relevant experience. Government audit experience preferred.
• Option 2:
  Six years of relevant experience, including three years in accounting or auditing. Government audit experience preferred.
• Option 3:
  Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

To be considered, submit a complete application through the NEOGOV platform. Include: a complete resume; a cover letter outlining your qualifications as they apply to the specific ASA level you are applying for; and responses to all supplemental questions.

The Office of the Washington State Auditor is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability, who need assistance in the application or testing process, or who need this announcement in an alternative format may call (564) 999‑0947 or use the telecommunications relay service by dialing 7‑1‑1.

Washington State offers a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees, including:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance (including long‑term disability).
• Retirement through the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) and the Deferred Compensation Program.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, and bereavement leave.
• Employee assistance program, wellness program, and public service loan forgiveness.
• Military leave, parental leave, family and medical leave, and leave without pay.

For detailed benefits information, please view the job posting for full‑time employees or contact the Office of the Washington State Auditor for other appointment types.