County Auditor

The Smith County Auditor is a Public Official appointed by the District Judges to serve a two-year term, independent of all County offices. The County Auditor prescribes the system of accounting and acts as Chief Financial Officer for the County. This position is responsible for financial accounting, reporting, internal auditing, accounts payable, payroll, budgetary control, management grant accounting and reporting, coordination of bond issuance, and capital project accounting and management.

* Annual & monthly financial reporting

* Maintain accounting records and oversee the general ledger.

* Examine and approve all claims, bills, and accounts of the county before payment.

* Prepare and submit mandatory compliance reports to applicable regional, state, and federal agencies.

* Work closely with the county budget officer to assist with the development and execution of the County's annual budget.

* Ensure county spending is strictly compliant with the adopted budget.

* Audit books, accounts, and reports to enforce county finance laws.

* Advise the Commissioners' Court on financial matters.

* Interview, hire, train, and evaluate employees in the Auditor's Office.

* Knowledge of GAAP, GASB and GAAS.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Thoroughly competent in public business details.

* Ability to supervise staff members efficiently and work independently.

* Must be a self-motivated problem solver and maintain strict confidentiality.

* Must be capable of executing a bond within 20 days of appointment and take the official oath.

* Master's degree in accounting, Finance, Public Administration or a related field required or a bachelor's degree and certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

* A competent accountant with a minimum of seven years of experience in auditing and accounting.

* Experience in Governmental Accounting (Fund Accounting), Auditing, and Budgeting.

* Experience preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (AFR).