Internal auditor Jobs in Thornton, CO

Auditor II

This position is open to current Colorado residents only. This announcement will remain open until 5:00 PM on Tuesday May 19, 2026. This position will have hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need. This posting does not accept resumes, cover letters, or attachments of any kind. Please be as thorough as possible in detailing your work history, education, and training in the application form.

The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace and Colorado communities with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.

This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect. We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• BenefitHub state employee discount program
• MotivateMe employee wellness program
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
• RTD EcoPass Commuter Program
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to

The salary range for this position is: $31.21 - $43.02 Hourly $2,496.46 - $3,441.58 Biweekly $5,409.00 - $7,456.76 Monthly

This unit exists to oversee the enforcement and compliance efforts of the FAMLI Division. The unit will consist of auditors and investigators ensuring employers are participating in the program as required by law and not engaging in any prohibited activities (such as retaliation or interference) and also investigating fraudulent claims for benefits, auditors reviewing employer records to ensure premiums are properly calculated and other enforcement staff. Auditors will ensure compliance with FAMLI statutes with Colorado employers by obtaining facts and data through the systematic examination of their books and records. The data may be used to verify the correct premium assessment, collecting missing premium reports, and make legal liability determinations concerning payments for services that were not properly classified as covered employment. This position performs external fact-finding audit examinations on Colorado business books and records, independent from direct supervision based on accepted auditing standards, to ensure uniform application, interpretation, administration, and compliance with the FAMLI statutes.

Minimum Qualifications: Experience Only: Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position such as tax preparation, payroll reporting and preparation, payroll reconciliation, preparing general ledger and financial statements, bank and check reconciliation. General Auditing experience including preparing audit documentation, preparing audit reports and/or audit findings. Or experience in a field related to this position including Finance or Business Administration.

OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years

Current, valid licensure as a CPA from the Colorado Board of Accountancy or current, valid CIA certificate will substitute for five (5) years of the requirement

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional auditing and/or accounting experience
• Previous experience in Unemployment Insurance, Workers Compensation, or Compliance Investigations
• Experience performing similar duties as a State of Colorado classified employee.

Required Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong decision-making skills
• Ability to handle conflict and difficult high stress situations
• Conflict management skills
• Excellent Time Management skills
• Must be able to perform independent research using a variety of websites and statutes
• Self-Motivated
• Customer service oriented and ability to work with a diverse population
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to handle diverse and heavy caseloads
• Ability to analyze applicable statutes for application in diverse situations

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.

Appeal Rights:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.