Auditor Iv - Hawaii ; Ohhi

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number
: OHHI-25181

This recruitment is being conducted under the Operation Hire Hawaii (OH‑HI) project, a targeted outreach initiative featuring an expedited hiring process, fast‑tracking qualified applicants into job opportunities throughout Hawai’i.

Applications will be reviewed for legal authorization to work in the United States. Applicants who pass will be referred to the hiring department for consideration and an initial review. Those meeting the departmental review may be contacted for an interview. All interviewed applicants will be notified of their selection or non‑selection. A thorough review of all applications will be conducted by the Department of Human Resources Development;

all applicants will be notified of the final disposition. The immediate vacancy is with the Department of Taxation in Hilo.

Salary: $5,369 to $6,535 per month (SR‑22, Step D to I). Hiring rates may vary based on availability of funds and applicant qualifications.

A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii’s Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page.

Auditors examine accounts to render an opinion regarding the financial position and operations of governmental agencies and business entities. Work requires sound accounting judgment and the application of generally accepted auditing standards and principles.

Auditor IV performs difficult professional auditing work by independently conducting field audits of governmental books of accounts and records, or those of business entities, regulated public utilities, transportation firms, etc.; may supervise a small group of lower‑level auditors as a project leader on less complex cases; and performs other related duties as assigned.

• Legal authorization to work in the United States (citizen, national, permanent resident alien, or eligible under federal law).
• Basic education:
  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university with at least twelve semester credit hours in accounting and/or auditing subjects.
• Specialized experience:
  Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional auditing experience requiring knowledge and application of generally accepted professional accounting and auditing principles, standards, theory and practices for analyzing and interpreting accounting books, records, or systems.
• Driver’s license:
  Valid driver’s license required at the time of appointment.
• Substitutions allowed:
  Relevant substitutions as described in the minimum qualification requirements will apply.

To view the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements in their entirety, please refer to the official documentation.

The State of Hawai‘i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing an application, any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808‑587‑1111 for assistance.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
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Electronic notification:
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The examination will be conducted on a unassembled basis where the evaluation and rating of education and experience will determine the score. Applicants should provide a clear and detailed description of duties and responsibilities for each position held. In‑person interviews or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in‑person interviews or further testing is required, qualified applicants must be available and bear the expense.

for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, citizenship and other requirements, reasonable accommodation, veterans preference, examination requirements, and the State Recruiting Office’s levels of review.