Staff Auditor Intern-Hire Date June 2027

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position

The State Auditor's Office is seeking Staff Auditor Interns whose primary purpose is to complete duties assigned by the Auditor In Charge (AIC) that may include all phases of the audit such as fieldwork, report preparation, and related administrative duties. This position may be assigned to any type of audit or special project that requires audit assistance.

Responsibilities - What you’ll do

This description may not include all of the duties, knowledge, skills, or abilities associated with this position.

  • Develop auditor judgement and independent thinking to accomplish objectives.
  • Complete duties in accordance with Government Auditing Standards and SAO policies/procedures.
  • Identify provisions of laws, regulations, contracts or grants agreements that are significant within the context of the audit objectives and assess the risk that noncompliance with provisions of laws could occur
  • Obtain an understanding of and evaluate internal controls within the context of audit objectives.
  • Provide input related to the planning of the audit, including prioritizing audit areas, reassessing audit areas, and modifying the plan throughout the audit.
  • Evaluate audit documentation to determine findings and recommendations to include in the audit report.
  • Perform other related work as assigned.

Work assignments may require frequent overnight travel and the availability of a vehicle.

Qualifications - All you need for success

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with the intention to obtain a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, business administration, or a related business area.
  • Desire to obtain a CPA license or meet the Missouri State Board of Accountancy requirements to obtain a CPA license upon graduation is preferred, but not required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner
  • Willingness to obtain knowledge of Government Auditing Standards and governmental accounting
  • Knowledge of or ability to evaluate business processes, identify risks, and identify controls that should be in place
  • Willingness to obtain knowledge of the organization of Missouri state government, county government, and other local governments
  • Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing programs
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and analyze information
  • Ability to read and develop a thorough understanding of complex legal issues and controversial issues
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet frequent deadlines
  • Ability to accept increasing responsibilities and to reach for additional responsibilities when appropriate
  • Ability to identify key technical problems and reporting issues and develop appropriate recommendations for their solution
  • Ability to prepare written reports and make oral presentations to the auditee
  • Ability to perform complex and/or sensitive audit procedures when appropriate
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities on a concurrent basis
Job Details - More reasons to love this position
  • Knowledge and understanding of the organization of Missouri State government, Missouri State Agencies, Missouri County government, and other local governments (e.g., cities, villages, towns) and local government entities (e.g., fire protection districts, ambulance districts, transportation development districts);
  • Some or all of the audit process, including audit planning, audit surveying, reviewing of internal controls, following an audit program, interviewing auditee staff, creation and completion of audit workpapers, selecting a sample and performing tests of controls, the supervisory review process, identifying audit concerns, drafting of audit findings, and assisting in the preparation of an audit report draft;
  • How to function as part of a team while also working independently to review and analyze information to meet audit objectives and gain an understanding of auditee procedures; and
  • How to develop and maintain positive and appropriate professional relationships with fellow staff and auditee personnel.
Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

HR@auditor.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.
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