Staff Auditor, Auditor's Office

Staff Auditor, Auditors Office

Salary

$22.64 Hourly

Location

1110 Washington St suite 201, Laredo, TX 78040, USA, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

FY25-00305

Department

Auditors Office

Opening Date

07/21/2026

Closing Date

7/26/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

This position ensures the accurate and timely processing of all claims submitted for payment. Responsibilities include examining, investigating, and reviewing County records, reports, financial statements, debt, and managerial and operational practices to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with applicable policies and procedures, laws, contracts, and state and federal regulations. Performs other duties as assigned by the County Auditor. Reports directly to the Claims Supervisor.

Major Duties

• Performs simple-to-complex audits and/or reviews on management operations, internal control structures and systems, and accounting records for reliability, adequacy, accuracy, correctness, and compliance with legal regulations, county policy, procedures, and contracts.
• Advises on the requirements, liabilities, and penalties for compliance and noncompliance, and recommends improvements to accounting or management operational systems and controls.
• Audits and verifies the disbursement account coding to ensure the correct distribution of expenditures.
• Analyzes general ledger accounts, fund balances, and expenditures.
• Prepares reports on estimates, cost data, and budget items.
• Prepares a variety of disbursement reports.
• Researches and reconciles discrepancies in general ledger accounts, funds, and/or appropriation balances.
• Researches and provides accounts payable, general ledger, and other pertinent information for the Auditor and/or senior management.
• Reviews and posts revenue collections (cash reports).
• Performs other assigned duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and proficiency in Excel (must be able to extract, use, and present data in a relevant manner).
• Knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of risk management, risk-based assessment, and internal controls.
• Knowledge of the function and role of county government, fund accounting, and assignment of accounts for stated expenditures.
• Strong analytical, computer, written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to learn new programs and processes.
• Ability to be self-motivated, work independently with limited required direction and guidance, and work well in teams.
• Ability to use critical thinking and develop solutions when presented with challenges.
• Ability to plan, organize, and complete work in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Business Administration.
• Must have at least one ( 1 ) year of experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Constantly

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Other Requirements/Information

• Must possess a valid and current Texas Drivers License or a Texas Identification card.
• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
• This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply.

Valid Texas Drivers License or Texas Identification Card*

• If the applicant holds an out-of-state Drivers License or Identification card, a State of Texas Drivers License or Texas Identification Card must be obtained prior to employment.

Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.

Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.

https://www.webbcountytx.gov/RiskManagement/EmployeeBenefits/

The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Wellness Program

• Life Insurance

• Ancillary products

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Employee Clinic*

• Vacation and sick leave

• Accrual rates increase based on years of service

• Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays

• Retirement benefits (TCDRS)

• Available to ALL employees

Available to Permanent Part-Time employees

01

Do you have a Bachelors degree in Business Administration from an accredited university?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least one ( 1 ) year of sufficient work experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid and current Texas drivers license or an out-of-state drivers license?

• Yes, I have a valid and current Texas drivers license or an out-of-state drivers license.
• No, I do not have a valid or current Texas drivers license or an out-of-state drivers license.

04

Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, a college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process, if applicable).

• Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide the required documentation prior to hire.
• No, I would not be able to provide the required documentation.

Required Question

Employer Webb County (TX)

Address 1110 Washington Street

Suite 204

Laredo, Texas, 78040