Talent.com
Audit Project Manager
Audit Project ManagerState Auditor's Office • Austin, TX, US
Audit Project Manager

Audit Project Manager

State Auditor's Office • Austin, TX, US
28 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

MONTHLY SALARY : $71,000.00 - $145,221.48 / yr

HIRE DATE : TBD

HOURS PER WEEK : 40; Willingness to travel up to 25% within Texas required.

NO. OF OPENINGS : Multiple

SPONSORSHIP : Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

General Description :

The Audit Project Manager within the State Auditor's Office is responsible for overseeing and managing complex audit projects that evaluate the financial performance, compliance and operational efficiency of state agencies, universities, departments, and programs in accordance with state laws and regulations. This role ensures that audits are conducted in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards. The Audit Project Manager will direct the day-to-day activities of an audit, supervise audit teams, coordinate resources, and ensure that audits are completed within established timelines and hourly budgets.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Audit Planning & Coordination :

Lead the planning including assessing risk and scoping of audit projects.

  • Develop audit strategies and methodologies in compliance with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS).
  • Establish project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure audits are completed within expected deadlines.
  • Collaborate with relevant stakeholders.
  • Identify areas of potential risk, noncompliance, fraud, or inefficiency in state agencies or programs.
  • Team Management & Supervision :
  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of auditors guiding them through the audit process, providing training, feedback, and development opportunities.

  • Assign audit tasks and monitor team performance to ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.
  • Conduct regular meetings to review progress, address challenges, and adjust strategies as needed.
  • Budget & Resource Management :
  • Manage the budget and resource allocation for assigned audit project, ensuring efficient use of office resources.

  • Track staffing needs and timelines, and report progress to audit management.
  • Audit Execution & Oversight :
  • Oversees audit fieldwork to ensure it is conducted as planned.

  • Review audit documentation and findings to ensure accuracy, thoroughness and compliance with established auditing standards, including evaluating the sufficiency and appropriateness of audit evidence.
  • Ensure the accuracy and completeness of audit documentation and reports.
  • Implement quality management procedures to ensure the consistency and reliability of audit findings and conclusions.
  • Communication & Reporting :
  • Serves as the auditee's primary contact for an audit engagement.

  • Communicate audit findings and recommendations clearly and effectively to agency leadership, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
  • Prepare detailed audit reports, highlighting key findings, risks, and recommended improvements to ensure transparency and accountability in state government.
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field (Master's degree or relevant certification is a plus).
  • Certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), or CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in auditing, including at least 2 years in a managerial role or project management capacity within a governmental or public sector environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS) and ability to interpret state government regulations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings in a clear, understandable manner.
  • Proficiency in audit management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant tools.
  • Skills and Competencies :

  • Strong leadership, project management, and team-building skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on identifying risks, inefficiencies, and areas of non-compliance.
  • Attention to detail, with a commitment to ensuring the highest standards of audit integrity and accuracy.
  • Advanced critical thinking skills, including the ability to assess the significance of audit findings and determine the impact to the overall audit objectives.
  • The State Auditor's Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Office.

    Create a job alert for this search

    Audit Manager • Austin, TX, US

    Related jobs
    Audit Senior

    Audit Senior

    Gpac • Austin, Texas, United States
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Well-respected local Public Accounting firm is looking to add an .This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth of the firm, ther...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Compliance Manager

    Compliance Manager

    Efinity Mortgage • Austin, Texas, US
    Full-time
    The Compliance Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the company's compliance management system to ensure adherence to federal, state, and investor regulations governi...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Internal Audit Prof. Practices Sr. Auditor

    Internal Audit Prof. Practices Sr. Auditor

    PayPal • Austin, TX, US
    Full-time
    Internal Audit Professional Practices Sr.The Internal Audit Professional Practices Sr.Auditor is a critical position within the Global Internal Audit Team. This role focuses on supporting the Profes...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Audit Senior

    Audit Senior

    gpac • Austin, TX, United States
    Full-time
    Well-respected local Public Accounting firm is looking to add an.This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth of the firm, there is a...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Manager, Operational Internal Audit

    Manager, Operational Internal Audit

    eBay • Austin, TX, US
    Full-time
    At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader we're changing the way the world shops and sells.Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world.W...Show more
    Last updated: 21 hours ago • Promoted • New!
    HIRING NOW & POST BUSY SEASON - Audit Manager Austin Texas

    HIRING NOW & POST BUSY SEASON - Audit Manager Austin Texas

    Gpac • Austin, Texas, United States
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Audit Senior – Public Accounting.Full Benefits | Career Growth | Work-Life Balance.Austin-based public accounting firm.K–$100K DOE) + annual bonus based on production.Health, Vision, De...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Risk Manager

    Risk Manager

    TradeJobsWorkforce • 78749 Austin, TX, US
    Full-time
    Risk Manager job responsibilities : Leads the identification, communication, measurement, and management o...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Audit Manager

    Audit Manager

    Gpac • Austin, Texas, United States
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Well-respected local Public Accounting firm is looking to add an .This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth of the firm, ther...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Compliance Director

    Compliance Director

    TradeJobsWorkForce • 78720 Austin, TX, US
    Full-time
    Compliance Director Job Duties : Accomplishes compliance human resource strategies by determining acco...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Accountant II - Capital Projects

    Accountant II - Capital Projects

    Hays Consolidated Independent School District • Kyle, TX, United States
    Full-time
    Maintenance / Custodial / Accountant II - Capital Projects.Please click the link below on the bottom right for the job description. Salary Range : Compensation Manual.Comprehensive Benefits Package.These...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Audit Manager - Austin (Hybrid)

    Audit Manager - Austin (Hybrid)

    Cherry Bekaert Advisory, LLC • Austin, TX, US
    Full-time
    Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert LLP delivers innovative and sophisticated assurance, advisory, and tax services to our clients.Our firm is th...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Audit Senior Associate

    Audit Senior Associate

    Grant Thornton • Austin, TX, United States
    Full-time
    As an Audit Senior Associate, you’ll listen to learn about your client’s operations, processes, business objectives, and risks, and apply that knowledge to enhance the financial statement audit — a...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Senior Auditor

    Senior Auditor

    Contact Government Services, LLC • Austin, TX, US
    Full-time
    Employment Type : Full Time, Mid-level.Department : Financial Services.CGS is seeking a Senior Auditor who will assist the district legal staff by conducting medical claims data analysis, forensic in...Show more
    Last updated: 18 days ago • Promoted
    Sr Staff Accountant

    Sr Staff Accountant

    Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties • Georgetown, TX, US
    Full-time
    Responsible for handling various aspects of accounting such as maintaining General Ledger (GL) accounts, administering and processing accounts receivable, reviewing ad posting accounts payable entr...Show more
    Last updated: 4 days ago • Promoted
    Audit Senior Associate

    Audit Senior Associate

    Grant Thornton LLP • Austin, TX, US
    Full-time
    At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result for our clients and our people. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Senior Auditor

    Senior Auditor

    University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX, United States
    Full-time
    You'll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research.Your work will make a difference in the lives of university faculty and staff, thereby e...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Senior Auditor

    Senior Auditor

    The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX, United States
    Full-time
    You'll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research.Your work will make a difference in the lives of university faculty and staff, thereby e...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Senior Auditor

    Senior Auditor

    LHH • Austin, TX, US
    Full-time
    Senior Auditor – Remote (U.Public Accounting | Work-Life Balance | Growth-Oriented Culture.Are you a Big 4 or Top 10 alum looking for a healthier work-life balance without sacrificing career ...Show more
    Last updated: 26 days ago • Promoted