Who Are We?
The Legislative Audit Bureau is an award-winning, nonpartisan legislative service agency whose objective analyses and recommendations help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state government operations. We are looking for detail-oriented professionals to join our team and contribute to the Bureau’s important mission. The Bureau’s work helps the Legislature fulfill its responsibility to provide effective oversight of Wisconsin state government.
Why Should You Join Us?
At the Audit Bureau, we encourage employees to achieve their full potential. Our engaging and impactful work, as well as our collaborative work environment, provides continuous learning and professional development opportunities to all employees at every level of their career. In addition, you may want to join the Audit Bureau if:
- You are interested in financial auditing and fiscal analysis.
- You want to work in a professional environment and be part of a team of intelligent colleagues doing meaningful work.
- You want to contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of state government operations.
- You are interested in a healthy balance between your personal and professional life.
- You are seeking a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. More information about State of Wisconsin benefits can be found at https://etf.wi.gov/career-benefits-state-employees.
What Will You Do?
This entry-level position audits federal grant programs and is responsible for assessing state agency procedures and compliance with federal requirements. Compliance auditors collect information through interviews of agency staff and analysis of transactions to draw conclusions on an agency’s compliance. Compliance auditors work collaboratively within a team setting.
Audits are conducted in accordance with AICPA generally accepted auditing standards, the U.S. GAO’s Government Auditing Standards, and other federal requirements. Successful candidates are provided training to develop the appropriate skills to conduct audits in accordance with these standards.
Who Are You?
As a qualified candidate:
- You are able to maintain strict nonpartisanship.
- You have a bachelor’s degree, and strong academic performance represented by a GPA of 3.2 or higher (registered college seniors may apply, but must graduate prior to starting employment).
In addition, as a well-qualified candidate:
- You have a business or finance degree.
- You are analytical and inquisitive and possess a strong attention to detail.
- You are able to effectively balance multiple tasks.
- You communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- You are highly motivated, take initiative, and excel in meeting challenges.
- You develop positive working relationships with teammates and other colleagues.
- You self-reflect and respond to feedback in a positive and constructive manner.
How Do You Join?
We are seeking candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require employer visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is full-time and located on-site at our downtown, Madison location. A background check will be conducted on all finalists prior to an offer of employment.
To be considered, interested candidates must submit the following materials to LAB-Employment@legis.wisconsin.gov:
- a one- to two-page statement of interest addressing your experience and qualifications as it relates to the qualifications of the position;
- resume; and
- all unofficial transcripts.
The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, October, 2026.
The Legislative Audit Bureau is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
