Texas State Auditor's Office

The State Auditor's Office is seeking candidates for Assistant General Counsel. The position performs highly complex legal work. Work involves interpreting laws, examining and preparing legal documents, and rendering legal advice and counsel. May train staff performing legal work. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D. degree; licensed to practice law in the State of Texas; and a minimum of one year of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably at a state agency or other governmental entity, are required. Apply online at https://lnkd.in/djXMVHqy

The Texas State Auditor's Office is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Audit Manager. Successful candidates will perform highly responsible managerial and professional work directing complex, large-scale audit and evaluation projects of state agencies; state-supported institutions of higher education; and other entities receiving state or federal funding. The Audit Manager simultaneously oversees multiple projects annually and manages direct reports. Audit Manager may also be responsible for managing other office wide initiatives. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university required. Must possess at least one of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Investments and Derivatives Auditor (CIDA). Minimum of five years of significant, directly related experience in strategic management or highly responsible audit project management, preferably obtained within the last five years. Experience must include managing and developing individuals and project teams, translating strategic plans into operational actions, developing and implementing policies and systems that improve efficiency and effectiveness, conducting risk analysis of major accountability systems, and producing clear, results-oriented communications and reports. Strong financial and analytical skills are required. Salary is $135,000-$175,000/year plus benefits. To apply, visit us at https://lnkd.in/djXMVHqy

This year, staff at the State Auditor's Office participated in a charity gift drive with Partnerships for Children, a local nonprofit serving children in foster care. SAO staff purchased enough gifts to fully support 30 children's wish lists. Everything from toys, to clothes, to beds were donated to help support newborns to 17-year-olds here in central Texas.

Congratulations to General Counsel Cathleen (Cat) Day for completing the Governor's Executive Development Program. The Governor’s Executive Development Program leads top executives in Texas state agencies and universities in organizational strategy, infrastructure management, resource management, and personal effectiveness through a three-week intensive educational program over three months. The program is designed for those with executive-level positions and responsibility for charting the strategic direction of their organizations. This accomplishment reflects Cat's dedication and leadership in Texas state government.

Staff from the State Auditor's Office recently received a Certificate of Impact award from the National Legislative Program Evaluation Society for our Comprehensive Forensic Audit at the Texas Civil Commitment Office. Congratulations to the team on a well-deserved award!

The Texas State Auditor's Office is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Audit Senior Quality Control Reviewer to be a member of our Quality Control Team. Successful candidates will review highly advanced and specialized financial and performance audits and attestation engagements for completeness; compliance with standards; uniformity in method; and adherence to statutes, departmental rulings, and legal decisions. Quality control reviewers at this level are responsible for reviewing some of the most highly complex and specialized audits and may serve as subject matter resources on the interpretation and application of auditing standards. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, public affairs/administration, information systems, or a related field; six years of experience in accounting or auditing work; and four years of experience in reviewing audit documentation for compliance with relevant auditing standards are required. Requires at least one of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Investments and Derivatives Auditor (CIDA). Salary is $81,125 - $133,225/year plus benefits. To apply, visit us at https://lnkd.in/djXMVHqy

The Texas State Auditor's Office is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Audit Quality Control Reviewer to be a member of our Quality Control Team. Successful candidates will review highly advanced and specialized financial and performance audits and attestation engagements for completeness; compliance with standards; uniformity in method; and adherence to statutes, departmental rulings, and legal decisions. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, public affairs/administration, information systems, or a related field; four years of experience in accounting or auditing work; and two years of experience in reviewing audit documentation for compliance with relevant auditing standards are required. Salary is $65,000 - $106,000/year plus benefits. To apply, visit us at https://lnkd.in/djXMVHqy

The ACFE Foundation’s 2026-2027 Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship application period is now open. Through this scholarship program, the ACFE Foundation works to encourage university students to pursue anti-fraud career paths. To be eligible, students must have a declared major or minor in accounting, business administration, finance, criminal justice, or similar fraud-related discipline. Students must also be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university and be enrolled through the 2026-2027 academic year. To apply or to see full requirements please visit https://lnkd.in/eXzZwMYC. And after graduation, we’d love to have you join our team by visiting us at https://lnkd.in/djXMVHqy.

Congratulations to Emily Hikida on completing her audit internship with the State Auditor’s Office! Emily is returning to Brigham Young University to complete her studies in accounting. She is expected to graduate in December 2025 with an Applied Business Management degree. Over the summer, Emily has worked on the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report audit along with participating in other office activities. Thank you for your hard work this summer!

The Texas State Auditor's Office is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual to be a member of our Risk Assessment Team. This role is responsible for performing research and analysis in an assigned policy area and developing project proposals in support of the SAO’s annual audit plan. Additionally, the role entails participating in the SAO’s legislative processes and managing discrete projects throughout the year. The ideal candidate can be successful working under minimal supervision and is comfortable exercising independent judgment and managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Salary is $71,000 - $104,000 per year plus benefits. To apply, visit us at https://lnkd.in/djXMVHqy