Accounting and Information Systems Auditor

Accounting & Information Systems Auditor

Location: Multiple counties in the Tri-Cities Tennessee area, including Sullivan, Washington, Greene, Hancock, and Johnson.

Join us in our mission to make government work better.

This position supports the Division of Local Government Audit by performing IT‑focused audits of local government entities across Sullivan, Washington, Greene, Hancock, and Johnson counties. In this role, you will evaluate the design and effectiveness of information systems, cybersecurity controls, data integrity, and technology‑driven processes that support financial and operational activities. As a field auditor, you will work onsite with county and municipal offices to assess compliance, identify risks, and promote best practices.

This position plays a critical role in strengthening transparency, accountability, and the secure, efficient use of technology throughout Tennessee’s local governments.

• Meaningful work that impacts communities across Tennessee
• Flexible schedules and a standard 37.5-hour workweek
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Comprehensive benefits and strong work‑life balance

• Evaluates and tests IT general and application controls, including security governance, logical and physical access, change management, segregation of duties, business continuity, and key business processes to ensure systems are secure, reliable, and compliant.
• Conduct external audits in accordance with professional auditing standards for state and local governmental entities.
• Examine and review financial records, reports, information systems, and management practices.
• Evaluate internal controls, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and effectiveness of operations.
• Analyze data to support audit conclusions and findings.
• Prepare clear, concise, and well‑supported audit documentation.
• Communicate professionally with auditees, internal staff, and external stakeholders.
• Seek opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and process improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business Administration with at least 24 semester hours in accounting.
• Ability to learn quickly, pay strong attention to detail, think critically, and produce accurate, high-quality work.
• Strong communication, organization, logic, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Coursework in computer information systems, information security, computer science, or data analytics.
• CPA license encouraged for career advancement (not required for employment).
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

• Travel:
  Travel is required but generally limited to same‑day commutes to and from audit sites; occasional overnight stays may be necessary.
• Compensation:
  Competitive salary and state benefits including annual and sick leave, health insurance, retirement plan, 401(k), college fee waivers, and flexible scheduling with opportunities to work from home.

The Office of the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury audits state and local government entities and oversees financial and administrative management of state government. We are nationally recognized for professionalism and accountability and consistently rank as a Top Workplace. Learn more ptroller.tn.gov.

We are committed to fair and equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, veteran status, or any category protected by law.

This position requires a criminal background check. You may be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered for the position.