Auditor 1 (Municipal), (SG-18), Auditor Trainee 2 (Municipal), (SG-16), Auditor Trainee 1 (Municipal), (SG-14)(NYHELPS) Item# 04369
State Comptroller, Office of the · Erie · New York
- Role
- Performance analyst
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Closes
- Nov 18, 2026
- Salary
- $56,183 to $88,970 Annually (depending on level and qualifications)
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Summary
The New York State Comptroller's Office seeks Auditors at three levels (Trainee 1, Trainee 2, and full Auditor 1) to conduct municipal audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards. Positions involve conducting interviews, developing audit scope and objectives, analyzing findings, preparing audit reports, and providing technical assistance to officials. The role is based in Buffalo, NY, requires substantial travel (up to 100%), and offers opportunities for advancement from trainee to full performance level.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with 24 semester credit hours in accounting and/or auditing
- For Trainee 2: one year of professional accounting/auditing experience or master's/doctoral degree in related field
- For Auditor 1: two years of professional accounting/auditing experience or master's/doctoral degree with one year of experience
- Strong analytical and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Good knowledge and use of technology
- Organizational skills and team collaboration ability
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