Job Posting Title

Comptroller

Agency

300 STATE AUDITOR AND INSPECTOR

Supervisory Organization

Administration - Room 123–State Capitol Building

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

September 15, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Job Description

Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector Employment Information

“Career life balance that makes a difference!”

 

The Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector’s Office is actively recruiting applicants for a Comptroller with state accounting, payroll and budget experience, high integrity, strong work ethic, and a commitment to its mission to hold government accountable.

 

RESPONSIBILITES: Under the guidance of the Deputy State Auditor, the Comptroller plans, organizes and directs the fiscal and some administrative functions within the office. As Comptroller you will utilize your state accounting skills to process payroll and coordinate with the accounting department to formulate and prepare the Budget Request, Budget Work Program, and Budget hearing information. You are also responsible for approving billings, reconciliations, all purchasing documents, vouchers, and contracts/leases. You will also supervise the accounting department, certified procurement officer and some responsibilities over human resources. Comptroller is responsible for developing and updating SAI policies and accounting procedures and maintaining our financial controls. You are responsible for preparing OMES GAAP conversion packages and working with our independent auditors.

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or another business-related field and 5 years’ experience in the state accounting system, payroll and state budgeting, including 2 years in an administrative capacity is required. We are interested in candidates who possess strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills, customer service skills, and the ability to work as part of a team.  CPA and CGFM will be given preference.

 

ADDITIONAL SKILLS: The successful candidate should know and understand the state CORE accounting systems including Workday and be proficient using Excel, Word, and Access. Candidates should also be knowledgeable with the state accounting manual, purchasing, human resources, budget and P-Card policies, state statutes, and generally accepted accounting principles. The candidate should be able to develop staff through personal leadership and promotion of teamwork, have a high level of managerial skills, and exercise ethical business judgement.

 

SALARY/BENEFITS: The Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector’s Office offers the following benefits package:

• Competitive salary - entry level $80,000 - $95,000 range; salary is commensurate with education, certifications, and experience.
• Excellent state benefits consisting of: 
•    Retirement Plans: Defined Contribution with employer match
•     Comprehensive health insurance – medical, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and flexible medical spending account.
• Supplemental insurance.
•    Generous Benefits Allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
•     Longevity Bonus after two years of consecutive service.
•    11 Paid State Holidays annually.
•      120 hours Annual Leave per year – monthly accrual to begin immediately.
•      120 hours Sick Leave per year – monthly accrual to begin immediately.
• CPE training provided/Educational leave for certifications.
•      Per diem for overnight travel.
•      Flexible work hours.
•      Continuing education provided

 

 

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Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discrimin