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  • Assistant Auditor

    Missoula, Montana United States MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA Full Time $23.40 - $26.48 Hourly Jan 01, 2026
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    MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA

    Missoula County consists of over 30 departments to meet the needs of our citizens, from registering a motor vehicle to providing quality medical care through the health department and our federally qualified health center, access to the justice system in the form of the Sheriff’s Department and County Attorney’s office to public works projects.  Each department strives to fulfill the County’s mission: Missoula County Mission: Provide quality public service to protect and enhance the well-being of the people, communities, and environment of Missoula County. Vision: Missoula County is a trusted community leader enhancing the quality of life so people can thrive and realize individual and collective potential. Core Values: Integrity: We are accountable, ethical and transparent. Innovation: We choose to develop sustainable solutions that pursue opportunities and foster creativity. Teamwork: We are a diverse, interdependent organization that supports collaboration to work effectively. Community: We honor diversity and respect people, heritage, culture, and natural resources.          

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    Job Description

    Definition

    This is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The pay range for this position is $23.4027 - $26.4780 per hour, DOE.

    The Missoula County Auditor's Office is seeking an ASSISTANT AUDITOR to join their team. This position provides objective and professional analysis, advice, and recommendations for improving internal controls, staff utilization, and processes within the County, and performs work associated with claims processing in the County Auditor’s office.

    Details: We are accepting completed application submissions until 5:00 p.m., Thursday January 15, 2026 . It is in your best interest to apply by this date.
    To Apply:
    • Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested/submitted.
    • Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A letter of interest.
    • Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
    • Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.


    Representative Examples of Work

    Audits County activities, functions, and programs. Prepares written audit reports providing recommendations to management to correct deficiencies. Appraises the adequacy of recommended corrective actions taken to improve deficient conditions. Reviews and approves claims presented to the County for payment to ensure compliance with applicable state statutes, county policies, and contractual obligations. Prepares risk assessments to develop effective audit programs and an internal audit plan. Performs monthly or quarterly reconciliations of various County trust accounts. Examines and evaluates financial records, reports, ledgers, journals and work papers for accuracy, completeness and proper disclosure. Reviews and analyzes accounts, records, internal controls, and fiscal procedures. Gathers, reviews and analyzes physical and documentary data on County policies, practices, procedures, and organizational structure. Makes recommendations regarding best practices to improve performance efficiency and effectiveness. Assists with preparation of schedules in connection with annual external audit. These include schedules of County contracts and the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA). Assists departments with solicitations for the procurement of goods and services. Manages content for the Auditor’s Office website and shared documents.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Requires an associate’s degree. Degrees best suited for this position include accounting and business administration.
    • Requires two years of auditing experience in a government or non-profit setting.
    • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.


    Physical/Environmental Demands

    The work requires little physical activity, and the employee commonly remains in an office setting. Requires a significant amount of time performing work at a computer workstation. Requires occasional medium lifting (boxes, 25-35 pounds). May require occasional travel, locally and out of town to meetings and training.

    Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in a scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!
    Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region.
    Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.

    This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

    Missoula County will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:

    Excellent Medical Health Benefits- Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $258.00 per pay period.

    Medical deductible is $500 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.

    Flexible Benefits Plan- Pre-tax out-of-pocket medical expenses and day care expenses.

    Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage, Long and Short-Term Disability, Critical and Accident Insuranceare offered through Mutual ofOmaha.

    Public Employees Retirement System- Montana public employees of the state, university system, local governments and certain employees of school districts are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New members to the PERS have an opportunity to choose between two retirement plan options: the Defined Benefit Plan or the Defined Contribution Plan.

    Sheriffs' Retirement System (SRS)- A public pension plan for all Montana Sheriffs hired after July 1, 1974 and Detention Officers hired after July 1, 2005.

    Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Working for Missoula County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness. Look here to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

    Supplemental Retirement Benefitsare offered through Valic or Nationwide.

    Sick Leave- Full-time employees accrue 7.38hours per month and are eligible to use sick leave once you have been an employee for 90 days.The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

    Vacation Leave- Full-time employees accrue 9.24 hours per month and are eligible to use leave after continuous employment for a period of 6 full months. The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

    Holidays- The County observes eleven legal holidays in even numbered years and ten legal holidays in odd numbered years.

    Paid Parental Leave (PPL)-In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Missoula County 6 continuous weeks of PPL to eligible full-time employees that have been with the county for 180 days. The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.

    Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Missoula County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.

    Closing Date/Time: 1/15/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
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