Program Analyst—Performance Auditor

AUDITOR GENERAL

The Arizona Auditor General serves as an independent source of impartial information concerning State and local governmental entities and provides specific recommendations to improve the operations of those entities. We achieve our mission through the thoroughly specific research, audits, and investigations of our professional team members who educate stakeholders through our reports, alerts, and reviews. Since 1969, our office has continued to innovate, grow, and become one of the most highly regarded leaders in our field.

Join our team and make a positive difference in your community by promoting better government for all Arizona’s citizens. We look forward to working with you!

Program Analyst—Performance Auditor

YOU MUST FOR THIS POSITION.

Job Location:

Address: 2910 N. 44th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85018

Posting Details:

YOU MUST FOR THIS POSITION.
Salary: Depending on experience:

With Bachelor's degree $60,000-$63,000

With Master's degree $63,000-$66,000

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct performance audits of State agencies, universities, counties, community college districts, school districts, and programs.
• Through research, interviews, and analysis, gather information, help identify areas of inquiry, and perform audit procedures to obtain evidence that will help you prepare well-documented working papers and formulate findings and appropriate recommendations in compliance with government auditing standards.
• Draft written audit findings and verbally communicate work results to team members, the Auditor General, and auditee management.
• Provide the Legislature and the public with information about how public monies are being used and recommendations to improve auditee operations.
• Occasionally travel out of town to conduct audits.

YOU MUST FOR THIS POSITION. You will be able to upload your resume, unofficial transcripts, and cover letter explaining how your skills are a good fit for the position.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in a field emphasizing data organization, analytical skills, research, or writing.
• No accounting degree or accounting experience needed.
• Strong interest in public service and improving State government.
• Strong analytical, research, critical thinking, time management, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to synthesize audit evidence to reach conclusions.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and prioritize under tight deadlines.
• Must have valid Arizona driver's license and reliable transportation.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Auditor General offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Generous paid vacation and sick leave with 10 paid holidays per year.
• Medical insurance, with the employer covering 88% of the premium cost.
• Retirement plan with 100% employer match of the % employee contribution and additional deferred compensation options.
• Business casual dress.
• Flexible Monday through Friday work schedules and telecommuting options.
• Continuing education provided and paid for by the employer.
• Tuition assistance program for those who qualify.
• Clear path to advance your career.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance and optional short-term disability insurance.
• $15,000 life insurance policy and options to purchase additional coverage and supplemental coverage for dependents.
• Optional flexible spending accounts.

A hybrid remote work schedule is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Retirement:

Arizona State Retirement System