Senior Auditor

Senior Auditor
County of Marin Department of Finance
 San Rafael, California
Job Description

$93,970 - $112,476 / Annually

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values, and our organizational culture here.

The Marin County Department of Finance is responsible for the powers and duties of the offices of the auditor, controller, tax collector, treasurer, and public administrator. We serve as a collaborative partner and fiscal advisor to the County government in their consideration of fiscal decisions and planning. We strive to inspire and elevate public trust in County government by safeguarding the County’s financial integrity, advocating, and implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with mandates and fiduciary responsibilities.

Under the direction of the Audit Manager, the Senior Auditor will lead and mentor a team of auditors, conducting in-depth financial and operational audits of County departments, special districts, and other agencies. The Senior Auditor will be responsible for leading complex audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, and report preparation, while analyzing financial records, identifying and evaluating risks, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accounting standards. The Senior Auditor will also play a key role in designing and implementing effective audit procedures and systems to enhance internal controls and improve operational efficiency. Collaborating with County departments to ensure grant compliance and provide valuable recommendations for process improvement will be a significant aspect of your role. The Senior Auditor will develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the county, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of accounting and auditing standards (GAAS, GAAP, GAGAS, GIAS) and the principles of organizational theory, including planning, design, finance, development, project management, and effectiveness. They excel in analysis and are detail oriented, with experience in risk assessments, compliance audits, and control evaluations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for effectively communicating issues, preparing reports, and resolving problems. We seek an organized and dependable individual who can work independently and collaboratively, leading and mentoring team members while ensuring accuracy and meeting unit objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Any combination of education and experience that provide the knowledge and abilities. Typically, graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with at least 24 semester or equivalent quarter units in accounting or possession of a Certificate as a Certified Public Accountant recognized by the California State Board of Accountancy and two years of professional audit experience with a governmental agency, industrial or commercial firm. Note: The 24 semester or equivalent quarter units must include Principles of Accounting, Intermediate Accounting, Cost Accounting, Auditing and Advanced Accounting.

Filing Deadline: Sunday, February 9, 2025, at 11:59 pm PST. Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marincounty/jobs/4787979-0/senior-auditor. You may also visit https://www.hr.marincounty.gov/. For any questions, please contact the Marin County HR Dept at jobs@marincounty.org or call 415 473-2126. EEO/TTY

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