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Auditor 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Executive Offices

Fresh

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

$51,971 - $79,062

per year

Closes

March 19, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This entry-level auditing job involves helping to review the operations of Pennsylvania's state liquor control board to promote transparency and accountability in government spending.

You'll start with basic tasks like gathering evidence and interviewing staff, then take on more complex audits as you learn, with some travel to field sites in the Philadelphia area.

It's a great fit for someone with basic accounting knowledge who wants to build a career in public sector auditing and enjoys detail-oriented work.

Key Requirements

  • Four years of accounting and/or auditing experience, plus 15 college-level credits in accounting
  • One year of experience as a Financial Programs Trainee (or equivalent federal role)
  • Equivalent combination of experience and training, including 15 college credits in accounting and auditing
  • Valid driver's license
  • Meet Pennsylvania residency requirements
  • Ability to perform essential job functions, including field travel to specified counties
  • Secure high-speed internet for home-based telework within Pennsylvania

Full Job Description

Are you ready to start an exciting career in the detailed world of auditing? Do not miss this opportunity to join the Bureau of Audits, Liquor Control Board Operations Review as an Auditor 1. Assist in audits of the PLCB and help ensure government transparency and accountability with us!


Requirements

In this position, you will perform auditing, consulting, and advisory activities both independently and as a contributing member of a team.

As you gain knowledge and on-the job experience you will have the opportunity to tackle assignments of increasing difficulty and responsibility.

With our team, you will develop a working knowledge of the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) functions, auditing, and office techniques as well as travel to assignment site locations to interview staff and obtain evidence.

Work includes audit engagements such as agreed-upon-procedures, performance audits, and financial audits conducted in accordance with government auditing standards and PLCB policy and procedures.


Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
  • Note: This position is home based but will require field travel. Travel reimbursement is provided along with a state vehicle.
  • Required field travel to Philadelphia, Montgomery, Delaware, Chester, and Bucks counties.
  • Telework: This position is home headquartered. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • Four years of accounting and/or auditing experience; and fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting; or
  • One year of experience as a Financial Programs Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which includes fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting and auditing.


Other Requirements:

  • This particular position also requires possession of a valid driver's license.
  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.


How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

  • Veterans:

    • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.


    Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

    • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).


    If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.


    The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

    The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

    The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

    All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

    Additional Information

    • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
    • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
    • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
    • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
      • your score may be lower than deserved.
      • you may be disqualified.
    • You may only apply/test once for this posting.
    • Your results will be provided via email.

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    Posted on NEOGOV: 3/5/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/5/2026

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