Auditor (Auditor General)

Auditor (Auditor General)

Date : Nov 8, 2025

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Requisition No : 628921

Agency : Florida Legislature

Working Title : Auditor (Auditor General)

Salary : $52,008

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General Summary

An Auditor performs responsible professional work in conducting financial audits, operational audits, performance audits, and other engagements at State agencies, educational entities, and local governmental units. Applicants with professional experience may be considered for a higher-level position. Individuals possessing a Certified Public Accountant certificate accepted by the Florida State Board of Accountancy or qualifying work experience may be employed at above the entry level.

Examples of Work Performed

Assists in conducting financial audits, operational audits, performance audits, or other engagements at State agencies, educational entities, and local governmental units, including, but not limited to, the review and evaluation of accounting systems and internal controls, the analysis and reconciliation of accounts, journals and ledgers, the performing of necessary testing and other related procedures.

Assists in the compilation of general statistical data.

Determines extent of compliance with applicable law, established policies, plans, and procedures.

Assists in the preparation of reports recommending improvements in accounting methods, information systems, program operations, and internal and other management controls.

Prepares recommendations for reporting suggested changes to statutory and budgetary requirements.Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of accounting, auditing, and other relevant professional standards

Knowledge of research techniques

Knowledge of laws, regulations, and other administrative requirements

Skill in the use of a personal computer

Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing

Ability to handle confidential information

Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques

Ability to effectively interview individuals and organize the information obtained to reflect the logical progression of procedures performed and conclusions reached

Ability to work well as a team member

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to work within deadlines

Ability to deal tactfully, courteously, and professionally with auditees

Ability to maintain objectivity

Ability to make sound judgements and decisions

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting and 30 semester or 45 quarter hours in excess of those required for a 4-year baccalaureate degree, meeting the educational requirements of the Florida State Board of Accountancy for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (one year of relevant professional experience may be substituted for the hours in excess of those required for a 4-year baccalaureate degree if application was made prior to August 2, 1983, to the Florida State Board of Accountancy for taking the Certified Public Accountant’s examination); or

Possession of a CPA certificate accepted by the Florida State Board of Accountancy.

Salary

The minimum salary for Auditor, the entry level classification, is $52,008. There is a $4,752 annual area differential for official headquarters assignments in Miami-Dade and Palm Beach Counties and a $1,776 annual area differential for official headquarters assignments in Lee, Sarasota, Hillsborough, Orange, and St Lucie Counties. Individuals possessing a Certified Public Accountant certificate accepted by the Florida State Board of Accountancy or qualifying work experience may be employed at above the entry level.

Submission of Application

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Accommodation for Disability

If an accommodation is needed for a disability, please notify the Auditor General at (850) 412-2733.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and / or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Location :

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32025 SARASOTA, FL, US, 34240 MAITLAND, FL, US, 32751 ORANGE PARK, FL, US, 32073 TAMPA, FL, US, 33607 MIAMI, FL, US, 33155 FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33907 BOYNTON BEACH, FL, US, 33426 DELAND, FL, US, 32720 MARIANNA, FL, US, 32446 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32504 LAKELAND, FL, US, 33813 PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL, US, 34987 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32606

Nearest Major Market : Tallahassee