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Associate Auditor
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Texas Health and Human Services .
Date: Dec 12, 2025 Location: AUSTIN, TX, 78751
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey.
Benefits include 100% paid employee health insurance for full‑time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time‑off benefits, and numerous opportunities for career advancement.
Job Information Functional Title:
Associate Auditor
Job Title:
Auditor II
Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm
Department:
Audit
Posting Number:
12051
Closing Date:
06/12/2026
Posting Audience:
Internal and External
Occupational Category:
Business and Financial Operations
Salary Group:
TEXAS-B-21
Salary Range:
$4,523.16 - $7,253.83 per month
Pay Frequency:
Monthly
Shift:
Day (Telework eligible)
Travel:
Up to 25%
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non‑Exempt:
Nonexempt
Facility Location:
AUSTIN Job Location Address:
4601 W GUADALUPE ST
Overview The OIG Audit & Inspections Division is filling multiple positions. We are looking for associate auditors to join our team. The mission is to prevent, detect, audit, inspect, review, and investigate fraud, waste, and abuse in the provision of Medicaid and other HHS programs.
Responsibilities Associate auditors perform junior‑level auditing work for the Health and Human Services (HHS) system under the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Audit and Inspections Division. Work is conducted in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards and OIG Audit policies and procedures.
Develop audit objectives, scope, programs, and testing procedures.
Identify and document relevant criteria; business and program operations; processes and controls; and information technology systems.
Assess risk and identify key controls relevant to the audit objective(s).
Evaluate agency, contractor, and provider compliance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, generally accepted accounting principles, and other relevant criteria.
Evaluate whether HHS agency and contractor resources are being used efficiently and effectively.
Document work performed.
Develop audit issues and recommendations for improvement.
Essential Job Functions
EJF 1: Audit Execution/Technical (55%)
Assist 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.
Prepare audit documentation with direct guidance and supervision.
Complete audit assignments in compliance with professional standards and OIG Audit policies and procedures.
Work with direct guidance and supervision from audit project management.
May assess IT systems and controls (general and application).
EJF 2: Communication (25%)
Prepare and present 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%)
Complete assigned tasks within established timeframes.
EJF 4: Other (5%)
Perform other work as assigned, such as serving on workgroups.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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.
Skills in critical thinking, risk assessment, sampling, data analysis, and developing audit procedure steps.
Skill in applying time management concepts to meet deadlines.
Skill in supervising, coaching, and 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.
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
Degree (bachelor’s or master’s) with major coursework in auditing, accounting, finance, information technology, business administration, public policy, or a related business area.
Experience in performance auditing, public sector auditing, single audit compliant auditing, cost accounting, budgeting in Texas government, accounting and business processes, or HHS and DFPS programs.
Working toward 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).
Additional Information 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 background check through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Applicants considered for an interview will be required to respond to essay questions; failure to respond may disqualify an applicant.
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.
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.
Telework Disclaimer This position may be eligible for telework. All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
Nearest Major Market: Austin
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industries Government Administration
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Associate Auditor
role at
Texas Health and Human Services .
Date: Dec 12, 2025 Location: AUSTIN, TX, 78751
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey.
Benefits include 100% paid employee health insurance for full‑time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time‑off benefits, and numerous opportunities for career advancement.
Job Information Functional Title:
Associate Auditor
Job Title:
Auditor II
Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm
Department:
Audit
Posting Number:
12051
Closing Date:
06/12/2026
Posting Audience:
Internal and External
Occupational Category:
Business and Financial Operations
Salary Group:
TEXAS-B-21
Salary Range:
$4,523.16 - $7,253.83 per month
Pay Frequency:
Monthly
Shift:
Day (Telework eligible)
Travel:
Up to 25%
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non‑Exempt:
Nonexempt
Facility Location:
AUSTIN Job Location Address:
4601 W GUADALUPE ST
Overview The OIG Audit & Inspections Division is filling multiple positions. We are looking for associate auditors to join our team. The mission is to prevent, detect, audit, inspect, review, and investigate fraud, waste, and abuse in the provision of Medicaid and other HHS programs.
Responsibilities Associate auditors perform junior‑level auditing work for the Health and Human Services (HHS) system under the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Audit and Inspections Division. Work is conducted in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards and OIG Audit policies and procedures.
Develop audit objectives, scope, programs, and testing procedures.
Identify and document relevant criteria; business and program operations; processes and controls; and information technology systems.
Assess risk and identify key controls relevant to the audit objective(s).
Evaluate agency, contractor, and provider compliance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, generally accepted accounting principles, and other relevant criteria.
Evaluate whether HHS agency and contractor resources are being used efficiently and effectively.
Document work performed.
Develop audit issues and recommendations for improvement.
Essential Job Functions
EJF 1: Audit Execution/Technical (55%)
Assist 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.
Prepare audit documentation with direct guidance and supervision.
Complete audit assignments in compliance with professional standards and OIG Audit policies and procedures.
Work with direct guidance and supervision from audit project management.
May assess IT systems and controls (general and application).
EJF 2: Communication (25%)
Prepare and present 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%)
Complete assigned tasks within established timeframes.
EJF 4: Other (5%)
Perform other work as assigned, such as serving on workgroups.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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.
Skills in critical thinking, risk assessment, sampling, data analysis, and developing audit procedure steps.
Skill in applying time management concepts to meet deadlines.
Skill in supervising, coaching, and 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.
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
Degree (bachelor’s or master’s) with major coursework in auditing, accounting, finance, information technology, business administration, public policy, or a related business area.
Experience in performance auditing, public sector auditing, single audit compliant auditing, cost accounting, budgeting in Texas government, accounting and business processes, or HHS and DFPS programs.
Working toward 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).
Additional Information 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 background check through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Applicants considered for an interview will be required to respond to essay questions; failure to respond may disqualify an applicant.
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.
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.
Telework Disclaimer This position may be eligible for telework. All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
Nearest Major Market: Austin
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industries Government Administration
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