Audit Manager

Position Description

About the Auditor's Office
Harris County-the third largest county in the United States-delivers essential services that impact millions of residents, from public health and disaster recovery to flood mitigation, toll road management, and justice administration. The Harris County Auditor's Office plays a vital role in supporting these functions by overseeing the financial operations of more than 90 departments. Under the leadership of the County Auditor, our Accounting and Internal Audit divisions ensure integrity, accountability, and efficiency in the county's fiscal management.

The work we do is impactful, serving the residents of Harris County by ensuring county resources are used effectively and efficiently. We are a team of dedicated professionals who value objectivity, innovation, and collaboration. If you are an experienced audit leader with strong technical skills and a passion for improving public-sector operations, we invite you to consider joining us as an Audit Manager in our Assurance & Advisory Services (AAS) team.

About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Assurance & Advisory Services, the Audit Manager is a highly engaged "working manager" responsible for leading complex, high-impact audits. You will design audit programs-often from the ground up- for unique or first-of-their-kind engagements and guide a talented team through the full audit lifecycle.

This role is also central to our ongoing transition to agile auditing, using short, collaborative sprint cycles to deliver timely insights and value. This methodology supports more responsive, risk-focused auditing and strengthens our partnerships with stakeholders across the county.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead experienced teams through planning, budgeting, and execution of multiple complex audits simultaneously
• Advance the adoption of agile auditing by implementing rapid, iterative audit cycles that accelerate results and prioritize the most critical process risks
• Serve as the primary communicator of preliminary findings to department leaders, elected officials, and precinct Chiefs of Staff
• Develop and review high-quality workpapers, reports, and memos that clearly convey root causes and recommended solutions
• Mentor and coach staff to support growth, adaptability, and excellence

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field
• CIA or CPA required

• Minimum 8 years of internal or external audit experience
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience
• Experience in accounting, construction, engineering, grants, or operational improvement is a plus

• Strong project management and multitasking ability
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks and Global Internal Audit Standards
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to collaborate with and influence diverse stakeholders
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports summarizing complex findings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit management tools
• Adaptability, critical thinking, and innovative problem-solving
• Experience with data analytics, automation, or Artificial Intelligence in auditing or risk assessment a plus

Preferences

• CFE or CISA preferred

General Information

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*

• Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.