Full Time Auditor
City of Grand Prairie, TX - Grand Prairie, TX
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Salary : $60,306.00 - $93,794.00 Annually Location : Grand Prairie, TX Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2026-00034 Department: Budget Opening Date: 02/26/2026 Closing Date: 3/27/2026 5:00 PM Central Job Summary Performs professional internal auditing work, including financial, operational, compliance, and performance audits. Conducts audit fieldwork, documents results in workpapers, assists in developing audit programs, and supports reporting and follow-up activities under the direction of the Audit Manager or Senior Auditor. Provides independent, objective assurance and advisory services to improve City operations, risk management, internal controls, and governance. Work is performed in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards and the City's approved audit charter, policies, and procedures. Maintains independence and objectivity and does not assume operational responsibility for audited activities. Essential Job FunctionsPerforms audit work on assigned projects, which includes financial, compliance, operational, and performance audits, and may lead portions of the engagements under the direction of the Audit Manager or Senior Auditor. Participates in engagement planning, including understanding processes, identifying risks, and assisting in audit program development. Performs tests of controls and substantive procedures; gathers evidence; documents results in complete, accurate workpapers. Identifies control gaps, inefficiencies, and compliance issues and discusses potential observations with the Audit Manager or Senior Auditor. Assists with evaluating internal controls, including basic IT and application controls, as assigned. Assists with draft report content, including criteria, condition, cause, effect, and recommendation elements. Performs follow-up procedures to assess the status of management corrective actions. Uses approved analytics, automation, and AI-assisted tools to perform testing, identify anomalies, and improve workpaper quality under the direction of the Audit Manager or Senior Auditor. Assists in evaluating operational effectiveness through walkthroughs, testing, and analysis; documents results; and develops recommendations for management consideration and Audit Manager review. May assist with investigations and special reviews, including allegations of improper governmental acts, by conducting interviews, gathering and preserving evidence, and coordinating with Legal, HR, and law enforcement as directed. Coordinates with external auditors, regulators, and oversight entities. Maintains accurate audit documentation and working papers in accordance with professional standards. Regular and dependable attendance is required. All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Education: Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is typically acquired through four years of college, resulting in a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of one to three years of auditing experience, including experience auditing municipal or local government entities. Familiarity with governmental financial systems and audit management tools preferred. Licenses: Valid Texas Class C Driver's License required. Professional Certification: CIA, CPA, CFE, or CISA, or other relevant credentials preferred. The City offers a full range of benefits for full time employees, including, but not limited to the plans as defined in the Benefits Guide. 01 What is the highest level of Education obtained? Some high school, no diploma or GED High School Diploma/GED Some College, no degree Technical or Trade School (Did not complete) Technical or Trade School (Completed) Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate Degree 02 Do you possess a valid Driver's License? Yes No 03 How many years of auditing experience do you have? Under 6 months 1 year under 2 years 2 years under 3 years 3 years under 4 years 4 years under 5 years 5 years under 6 years Over 6 years 04 Do you currently hold any of the following professional certifications? (Select all that apply) Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) None Currently pursuing certification 05 If you are currently pursuing a certification, please specify which one and expected completion date. 06 Which types of audits have you performed? (Select all that apply.) Financial audits Compliance audits Operational audits Performance audits IT audits Fraud investigations None 07 Do you have experience auditing government or public sector entities? Yes No 08 Have you evaluated internal controls as part of your work? Yes No 09 Have you used data analysis tools or spreadsheets to test transactions or identify trends? Yes No 10 Have you used audit management software or electronic workpaper systems? Yes No Required Question
Created: 2026-03-04