Lead Field Auditor; county Auditor Actively

Job Title:

LEAD FIELD AUDITOR (COUNTY AUDITOR) ACTIVELY RECRUITED

Requisition :

Job Posting Date:
Feb 11, 2026, 10:12:08 PM

Closing Date:
Feb 26, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Full‑time Shift Start Time: 8:30 A.M.
• Shift End Time: 4:30 P.M.

Salary: $94,712 – $104,544 yearly

Location:

Cook County Administration, 69 W. Washington

Provide guidance to teams performing diverse and complex compliance, operational, and performance audits of County agencies, bureaus, and partner entities. Lead all phases of audit assignments and projects, including planning, fieldwork, report writing, and issue remediation. Prepare audit programs that align with departmental objectives and ensure audit reviews are completed on time and within budget. Responsible for gathering and analyzing evidence and data.

Conduct interviews to obtain an understanding of internal control structures within County agencies and document findings in a clear and concise manner. Prepare audit reports and management letters to clearly communicate audit results and recommendations to leadership. Collaborate with senior management and the audit team to ensure timely identification and escalation of potential issues. Provide guidance and mentorship to audit staff and oversee work, as needed.

Ensure engagements are performed in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards and Global Internal Audit Standards.

Position is actively recruited and at‑will. It may be eligible for a signing bonus.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or related field is required.
• Five (5) years in conducting auditing, finance, compliance, risk management, or directly related experience is required.
• In good standing as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), or relevant area is required.
• Valid driver's license is required.

• Experience conducting audits under General Accepted Government Auditing Standards and the Institute of Internal Auditors’ Global Internal Audit Standards is preferred.
• Experience conducting performance and/or operational audits of government entities is preferred.

This position is considered a safety‑sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety‑sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre‑employment background check process.

Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.

Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), the Institute of Internal Auditor’s (IIA) International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to create audit objectives, scope and audit test plans to ensure compliance with applicable auditing standards.
• Skill in evaluating and organizing information in a logical manner to support audit results.
• Ability to distinguish between errors, irregularities, and illegal acts, and take appropriate reporting actions when necessary.
• Ability to direct the analytical review process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written, including reviewing and responding to written…