Staff auditor, Auditor Accountant

Job Description - Staff Auditor (2601400)

Staff Auditor - (2601400)

TxDOT’s Internal Audit Division is looking for an Auditor I, II, or III based in Austin, Houston, Fort Worth, San Antonio, Childress, or Dallas to perform complex process audits. The ideal candidate is motivated, enjoys working in a fast‑paced and decentralized team environment, and is part of 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 other appropriate factors.

50,000.00

75,000.00

Yearly FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Main Office – Greer Building, 125 E 11TH STREET, Austin 78701

UST‑Texas Childress, UST‑Texas San Antonio, UST‑Texas Mesquite, UST‑Texas Fort Worth

Yes, 25 % of the Time. Shift: Day. Shift Details: 40 flexible hours per week, M‑F. Location Flexibility:
Onsite.

• 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.

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; and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of operations. Work involves examination, investigation, and compliance review in accordance with professional auditing standards. Confidential information is maintained, reviewed, and prepared as required. Contact with departmental staff is part of the role.

Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision.

• Assists in consolidating and summarizing information during audits and preparing final reports.
• Assists in developing audit programs, including 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.
• 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 policies, procedures, and relevant laws.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

• All of the above, and:
• Compiles, examines, and evaluates information and documentation, and prepares findings to determine compliance with policies, procedures, and relevant laws.
• Conducts audit programs and special investigations of practices and procedures.
• Conducts interviews and briefings with departmental staff, including executives/managers.
• Conducts or assists in internal control studies and risk assessments.
• Communicates progress of audits through team meetings, status reports, and emails.
• Presents audit results to Department managers.
• Visits area and field offices to conduct testing and verify corrective action implementation.
• 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.

• All of the above, and:
• Performs complex audits of internal financial compliance and management‑directed audits of internal practices and procedures.
• Analyzes issues, facts, and available information to develop logical solutions; researches inconsistencies; draws correct inferences and makes recommendations that support business decisions.
• Maintains effective working relationships with team members and clients.
• Serves as a resource to and assists/trains less experienced auditors.
• Performs other job…