Senior Audit Data Analyst

Job Description

About the Auditor's Office

Harris County is the 3rd most populous county in the nation, provides an array of critical services to its community, including public health initiatives, disaster recovery efforts, toll road management, flood mitigation, and justice administration. The Harris County Auditor's Office plays an essential role in supporting these services by overseeing the final operations of over 90 departments. Under the leadership of the County Auditor, the office includes the Accounting and Internal Audit divisions, ensuring integrity and efficiency in the County's fiscal management.

Why Join Us?

Harris County offers a dynamic, family-friendly workplace that values employee well-being and professional growth. Benefits include:

Competitive pay: Up to $108,000.00, based on experience.

Comprehensive Benefits: Including a zero-premium medical plan for employees, with affordable coverage options for spouses and dependents.

Outstanding Retirement Plan: Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS).

457 Deferred Compensation Plan: Choose from Nationwide, Corebridge Financial or Voya.

Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks.

Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday.

Transportation Assistance: Participate in our Metro RideSponsor Program.

Professional Development: Opportunities for growth, skill-building and continuous learning.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualifying Employer.

Corporate Discounts and memberships.

For additional details, visit our Benefits page:

How You'll Make a Difference!

You'll be part of a collaborative team that thrives on mutual support, innovation, and fresh perspectives. Our leadership encourages creativity, experimentation, and bold ideas, fostering an environment where innovation is celebrated, and fear of failure is nonexistent. We are united by our commitment to service and our drive to improve processes across Harris County.

As a Senior Audit Data Analyst, your contributions will include:

Leading end-to-end data analytics processes, from gathering requirements and preparing data to deploying analytics solutions and monitoring for continuous improvement.

Managing multiple concurrent projects efficiently to meet deadlines and optimize outcomes.

Designing and implementing continuous monitoring processes to identify risks and enhance departmental operations.

Creating compelling data visualizations, such as dashboards, to deliver actionable insights.

Clearly communicating complex analytical results to diverse audiences, ensuring accessibility for non-technical stakeholders.

Fostering positive relationships with executive leadership and various departments through strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Conducting training sessions to build foundational analytic skills and promote collaboration across teams.

Evaluating and incorporating cutting-edge technologies to enhance data analytics and audit functions.

Qualifications You Must Have:

A bachelor's degree in accounting, auditing, computer science, data science, management information systems, or a related field.

3-7 years of professional experience, blending data analytics and support roles.

At least 3 years of hands-on experience with:

Designing and developing data visualizations (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

Relational databases, including data modeling and transformations using SQL.

Coding with Python or other object-oriented languages.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex data and identify trends.

Exceptional oral communication skills for presenting insights effectively to diverse audiences.

Ideal Attributes:

Expertise in database design principles to enable efficient data extraction and reporting.

A proactive, inquisitive mindset with a talent for solving complex, unfamiliar problems.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey analytical insights clearly and drive data-driven decisions.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently, demonstrating time management and adaptability.

Initiative to identify and implement innovative technologies to advance audit capabilities.

Strong interpersonal skills to mentor junior analysts and collaborate across teams effectively.

Work Environment:

Monday - Friday 40 hrs. per week Exempt

May be required to work more than forty hours during the workweek or on weekends when special projects need to be completed, or deadlines need to be met.

Position's physical requirements: Ability to push/pull up to 20 lbs. and lift/carry up to 20 lbs. 80% sitting, 15% standing, and 5% walking.

Occasional travel throughout Harris County as needed.

Our Mission and Vision: The mission of the Harris County Auditor's Office is to be an independent and progressive organization recognized for professionalism in carrying out the County Auditor's statutory duties and responsibilities. The vision of the Harris County Auditor's Office is to create and maintain an environment of sound fiscal management and efficient financial operations at all levels of county government, while providing support to Commissioners Court, County Officials, Department Heads, and the public with the highest level of integrity and financial stewardship.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Learn more about our equal employment opportunity plan here:

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered. Employment is also contingent upon passing a drug screening.

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