The City of Spokane invites applications for the position of

Internal Auditor

DEPARTMENT PURPOSE

Advance open and accountable government through accurate, independent, and objective financial performance reviews and investigations that seek to improve the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of the City, and to ensure accountability, and integrity within government.

POSITION PURPOSE

This position provides direct support in management and analysis of City operations, specifically working in the areas of internal audits and process improvements for compliance with governing rules.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Work is performed with considerable independence within the framework of general policies established by the division director. Employee trains, supervises and coordinates the work and schedules of City’s internal auditors.

The following Responsibilities and Requirements are functions the individual who holds or desires the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Plans and conducts audits to improve program operations and facilitate decision-making to ensure public accountability.
Conducts fiscal compliance, operational, electronic data processing and financial audits of City departments, programs and activities as well as private companies doing business with the City through contractual agreements.
Researches and evaluates work challenges and opportunities and recommends solutions.
Ensures that the City is complying with relevant laws and regulations.
Protects against fraud, waste, and abuse.
Presents findings and results to appropriate agencies, officials, and management and recommends areas for future evaluation.
Conducts follow-up procedures to ensure recommendations have been implemented and are effective; makes adjustments as required.
Serves as lead point of contact for accountability audits and fraud matters by external agencies.

REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of:

Professional and municipal finance and auditing principles, techniques, procedures and process improvements, with emphasis on controls.
Federal and State laws, City ordinances and municipal code.
Risk assessments, internal control best practices, waste, abuse and fraud.
Principles of supervision, training and performance feedback.

Ability to:

Gather, assemble, analyze and evaluate financial and statistical data and facts to draw logical conclusions and make proper recommendations.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Compose clear, concise, and accurate reports using audit data gathered by self and others and present to various audiences both orally and in writing.
Work cooperatively with others and maintain positive relationships.
Meet deadlines and work under pressure.
Adapt to other duties as assigned and prioritize, organize and plan work as needed to meet objectives.
Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of information.

Skill in:

Research, interpretation and application of City Municipal Codes, Council Ordinances, Statutes, and applicable rules and regulations.

Any combination equivalent to the experience and education that would likely provide the relevant knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. Generally this will include:

Education:

Requires baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.

Experience

Five (5) years of fully skilled experience
- AND two (2) years of supervisory audit experience.
Preference given for the following areas: relevant professional licenses (such as CPA, CFE, CIA, etc.); public accounting experience; experience in municipal government; demonstrated ability and understanding of legislative process and the substantive experience working in a political environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is conducted primarily in an office setting and travel to multiple City locations is required. It involves frequent attendance at meetings to include some irregular hours and potentially out-of-town travel. Incumbents in this classification are expected to communicate verbally, virtually, in person, and by telephone. A computer terminal is used and requires the use of repetitive arm-hand movements.

EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status, or disability status.

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