Audit Project Manager (Auditor IV–V)

Job overview

The Audit Project Manager (Auditor IV–V) role is primarily onsite in Austin, TX, with limited telecommuting based on team and agency needs. The listed salary ranges are $71,000–$116,380 per year for Auditor IV and $82,500–$145,220 per year for Auditor V; anticipated starting ranges are $80,000–$92,000 and $95,000–$115,000, respectively. The State Auditor’s Office evaluates state agencies, universities, departments, and programs. The project manager directs complex audits from planning through reporting, coordinating teams, resources, timelines, and quality controls. The work supports transparent and accountable state government by assessing financial performance, compliance, risks, and operational efficiency.

What you'll do

• Plan and scope audits, assess risk, and develop strategies consistent with GAGAS
• establish timelines and deliverables
• supervise and mentor audit teams
• manage project budgets and resources
• oversee fieldwork and review evidence, documentation, and findings
• maintain quality procedures
• serve as the auditee’s primary contact
• prepare reports and communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

audit project manager

auditor iv–v

state auditor’s office

austin tx

primarily onsite

limited telecommuting

government auditing

gagas

audit team leadership

up to 25% texas travel

$71,000–$145,220/year

no visa sponsorship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of auditing experience, including at least two years in a managerial or project-management capacity in government or the public sector. Travel up to 25% within Texas is required. Visa sponsorship is not available.

About the employer

State Auditor's Office is hiring for this role. Industry: Other General Government Support. Sector: 92.