ARPA Grants Staff Auditor - Assurance and Advisory Services Department

Join Our Internal Audit Team as a Staff Auditor – ARPA Grants!

Harris County, the third most populous county in the nation, provides an array of critical services to its community, including public health initiatives, disaster recovery efforts, toll road management, flood mitigation, and justice administration. The Harris County Auditor's Office plays an essential role in supporting these services by overseeing the financial operations of over 90 departments. Under the leadership of the County Auditor, the office includes the Accounting and Internal Audit divisions, ensuring integrity and efficiency in the County's fiscal management.

About the Role

This position is scheduled to last for the duration of the American Rescue Plan Act Grant (ARPA), which is projected to last until December 31, 2027. However, the actual duration may be shorter or longer. Upon the conclusion of the ARPA Grant, this position may be eliminated, and the incumbent may either be transferred to another position within the Auditor's Office and/or County or be terminated.

Your work as an ARPA Grants Staff Auditor has a direct and significant impact on Harris County. By ensuring proper administration and control of ARPA grants, you will help prevent the loss of federal funding or the need for the county to pay back funds due to non-compliance, thereby safeguarding county resources. Your role is crucial in supporting the fiscal integrity of the County.

Key Responsibilities:

The ARPA Grants Staff Auditor will work under the direct leadership of the Assurance and Advisory Services Audit Director and will report directly to the ARPA Grants Senior Auditor. Key responsibilities include:

• Execute, with appropriate supervision, engagements in adherence to ARPA Grant contract provisions and guidelines, the Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) Standards, Local Government Code, applicable regulation and/or policy and procedure (per Uniform Guidance, 2CFR 200).
• Identify findings and create recommendations that deliver value with cost-effective, root cause remediation.
• Assist the Grants Senior Auditor with drafting ARPA Grants reports that are concise, timely, and fact-based. The staff auditor's role is primarily to perform grant audit fieldwork, with the senior auditor mainly responsible for drafting reports.
• Maintain a high degree of judgment, discretion, and confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform other ARPA Grant-related special projects and administrative duties as requested.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, business, or a related technical subject matter from an accredited college or university.
• Zero to two years of relevant work experience in assurance or compliance. Experience in auditing, working with grants, or in a government environment is considered highly valuable, though not required.

Ideal Attributes for this Role:

Beyond the essentials, we're looking for a team member with:

• Basic knowledge of internal auditing and/or compliance.
• Basic knowledge of grants preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Federal and State grant programs and initiatives preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize, and follow through on assigned projects in a timely manner. Strong organizational skills are essential.
• Excellent critical thinking, research, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate planning strategy and approach, audit findings, and ask thoughtful questions that drive clarity and collaboration with organizational stakeholders.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite or equivalent software.

Work Environment:

• Work Schedule | Monday - Friday | 40 hrs. per week | Exempt
• Physical requirements include sitting for extended periods of time, lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional travel throughout Harris County will be required.
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek or on weekends when special projects or deadlines need to be met.

Why Join Us?

Harris County offers a dynamic, family-friendly workplace that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth. Benefits include:

• Competitive pay: Up to $72,100.00, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including a zero-premium medical plan for employees, with affordable coverage options for spouses and dependents.
• Outstanding Retirement Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday.
• Subsidized Transit/Commute assistance.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and skill-building.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualifying Employer.
• Corporate Discounts and memberships.

The mission of the Harris County Auditor's Office is to be an independent and progressive organization recognized for professionalism in carrying out the County Auditor's statutory duties and responsibilities. The vision of the Harris County Auditor's Office is to create and maintain an environment of sound fiscal management and efficient financial operations at all levels of county government, while providing support to Commissioners Court, County Officials, Department Heads, and the public with the highest level of integrity and financial stewardship.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx