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Functional Title: Associate Auditor Job Title: Auditor II Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Audit Posting Number: 17797 Closing Date: 12/08/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations Salary Range: $4,523.16- $5,500.00 Pay Frequency: MonthlySalary Group: TEXAS-B-21 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Telework: Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 25% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt Facility Location: Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST Other Locations: MOS Codes: 3402,3404,3408,3451,8844,310X,36A,36B,651X,65FX,6F0X1,70C,751X,87Q0,8I200,FIN10,F&S,SK
Make an impact with a career in audit! The Texas Office of Inspector General was established to combat fraud, waste, and abuse in publicly funded state Health and Human Services programs. We are looking for talented, innovative and driven people who believe they can help create a better future.
Our office provides a collaborative and supportive workplace culture to grow your career and help positively impact the lives of Texans. Our success is truly based on our people. This is why we commit to supporting our people not only in professional growth, but also in our commitment to work life balance. Audit team members enjoy meaningful, challenging and diverse audit work, a supportive and innovative work environment, coaching and mentor programs, and many more benefits.
The OIG Audit & Inspections Division is filling multiple positions. We are looking for associate auditors to join our team. The minimum qualification for this position is listed in the initial selection criteria section of the job posting and the salary range details are: Associate Auditor, Auditor II, B21, $54,278 - $87,046.
Associate auditors perform junior level auditing work for the Health and Human Services (HHS) system as a part of the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Audit and Inspections Division (OIG Audit). OIG is responsible for preventing, detecting, auditing, inspecting, reviewing, and investigating fraud, waste, and abuse in the provision of Medicaid and other HHS programs. Work is conducted in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards and OIG Audit policies and procedures.
Generally, auditors participate in and complete Generally Accepted Governmental audit activities related to:

• Developing audit objectives, scope, programs, and testing procedures.
• Identifying and documenting relevant criteria; business and program operations; processes and controls; and information technology systems.
• Assessing risk and identifying key controls relevant to the audit objective(s).
  Evaluating agency, contractor, and provider compliance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, generally accepted accounting principles, and other relevant criteria.
• Evaluating whether HHS agency and contractor resources are being used efficiently and effectively.
• Documenting work performed.
• Developing audit issues and recommendations for improvement.

Essential Job Functions
Essential job functions of the associate auditor position are as follows:
EJF 1: Audit Execution/Technical (55%)

• Assists in the planning and completion of significant aspects of an audit, including the preparation of key deliverables in the planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases of a project.
• Prepares audit documentation with direct guidance and supervision.
• Completes audit assignments in compliance with professional standards and OIG Audit policies and procedures.
• Works with direct guidance and supervision from audit project management.
• May assess IT systems and controls (general and application).

EJF 2: Communication (25%)

• Prepares and presents oral and written information concisely and accurately to auditees and internal management.
• May assist in the report-writing process to clearly communicate the results and recommendations arising from the audit.

EJF 3: Time Management (15%)

• Completes assigned tasks within established timeframes.

EJF 4: Other (5%)

• Performs other work as assigned, such as serving on workgroups.

Knowledge Skills Abilities
Knowledge, skills, and abilities critical to develop in order to successfully perform in this position:

• Knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards.
• Knowledge of information technology/system controls.
• Knowledge of HHS and DFPS agency programs.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, methods, and systems.
• Skill in critical thinking.
• Skill in identifying and assessing risk and internal control structures.
• Skill in sampling and interpreting results.
• Skill in identifying and applying audit criteria.
• Skill in developing audit procedure steps.
• Skill in data analysis techniques.
• Skill in gathering, analyzing, and drawing accurate and logical conclusions about information.
• Skill in applying time management concepts to plan and monitor one's own work to meet deadlines.
• Skill in supervising and coaching others and in providing feedback (Senior Auditor).
• Skill in understanding and communicating complex technical information.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal staff and auditees.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:
N/A
Initial Screening Criteria
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from a college or university.
Relevant professional designations and advanced degrees may be substituted for one year of experience at the hiring manager's discretion.
Preferred Qualifications

1. Bachelor's or master's degree with major course work in auditing, accounting, finance, information technology, business administration, public policy, or a related business area.
   2. Experience in performance auditing, public sector auditing (information systems or financial), Single Audit Act federal compliance auditing, cost accounting, budgeting in Texas government, accounting and business processes, or HHS and DFPS programs.
   3. Working toward becoming or achieved designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Inspector General Auditor (CIGA), Certified Forensic Accountant (CFA), or Certified Financial Forensic (CFF)

Relevant profession designations, advanced degrees, and years of experience will be considered in determining salary level.
Additional Information
The OIG is responsible for preventing, detecting, auditing, inspecting, reviewing, and investigating fraud, waste, and abuse in the provision of HHS in Medicaid and other HHS programs. Potential employees of OIG are subject to criminal background checks in accordance with the HHS Human Resources policy. Selected applicants must complete a national fingerprint-based criminal background check through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) to determine if they have criminal history record information that constitutes a bar to employment.
OIG will request that all applicants considered for an interview provide responses to essay questions. Failure to respond to the request could disqualify an applicant from the interview process.
Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual. HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.
ADA Accommodations:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form
Telework Disclaimer:
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.