Senior Internal Auditor

The Senior Internal Auditor possesses specialized technical and functional expertise and exercises significant independent judgement in the performance of all duties.  This role will evaluate County wide programs, strategic initiatives and governance processes to identify systemic risk and opportunities for organizational improvement. 

The role supports organizational transparency and continuous improvement by assessing internal controls, identifying risks, and providing recommendations that strengthen governance, operational processes, and regulatory compliance across County departments.

• Develop audit plans from the onset. Exercising professional judgement in determining methodologies, including defining audit scope, objectives, timelines, criteria, and fieldwork activities based on risk assessments and organizational priorities.
• Provides technical guidance, mentoring and project leadership to stakeholders involved in audit process. 
• Leads and conducts highly complex, sensitive and cross functional audits involving significant operational, financial or regulatory risk to the County.
• Own audit fieldwork by reviewing records, analyzing data, evaluating operational processes, and performing interviews to assess financial integrity, operational performance, and compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate best practices, industry standards, benchmarking data, and applicable laws and regulations to support audit objectives and inform recommendations.
• Apply quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques to examine operational and financial information and identify trends, anomalies, and potential risks.
• Document audit procedures, analyses, and conclusions in accordance with professional auditing standards.
• Routinely present audit results, risk assessments, and recommendations to the BoCC, Executive Leadership and other stakeholders to support informed decision making and accountability. 
• Monitor and follow up on audit findings and recommendations to evaluate the implementation of corrective actions.
• Support special reviews, investigations, consulting engagements, and external audit coordination as needed.
• Serves as subject matter expert on governmental auditing standards, internal controls, risk management practices and emerging public sector audit issues. 
• Collaborate with departments and stakeholders across the organization to promote accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• May provide full supervisory duties.

• Proficient in governmental auditing standards, internal audit practices, and professional audit frameworks such as the Institute of Internal Auditors standards and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards.
• Proficient in governmental accounting principles and financial management practices, including familiarity with GAAP and GASB standards.
• Expertise in internal control frameworks, risk management principles, and compliance requirements relevant to public sector operations.
• Skill in evaluating operational processes, financial records, and information systems to determine compliance, effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Skill in analyzing complex data sets and applying statistical or analytical techniques to support audit findings.
• Skill in conducting interviews, gathering evidence, and documenting audit procedures and conclusions.
• Skill in preparing clear, concise, and well-organized written reports and delivering effective presentations to diverse audiences.
• Expertise in applying professional judgment, problem solving, and critical thinking to assess risks and develop practical recommendations.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with County employees, leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple audit assignments simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high professional standards.

A combination of education and equivalent work experience may also be considered. We will consider one year of relevant work experience for each year of education (example: four-year degree would be considered four years of experience).

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy, or a related field.

Experience:

• Five (5) years of professional experience conducting audits, evaluating internal controls, analyzing business processes, or performing related financial or operational analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or similar credentials.
• Experience conducting audits within a governmental or public sector environment.
• Experience performing data analysis, IT control reviews, or risk assessments.

Additional Requirements:

• Must have the ability to commute within the County and between different County building locations.