City Auditor, Deputy

City of Atlanta, GA; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta, GA is seeking a Deputy City Auditor to lead audit teams, manage audits of city programs, contracts, and capital projects, and ensure compliance with Government Auditing Standards. The role requires strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills within a hybrid work environment.

The Deputy City Auditor will oversee planning, quality assurance, and reporting, coach staff, and coordinate with senior management and elected officials as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Seven years of professional auditing or related experience, with at least three years in supervisory/management roles.
• Certified Internal Auditor or progress toward certification within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates staff; conducts performance reviews.
• Ensures compliance with Government Auditing Standards.
• Edits and drafts audit reports; prepares annual audit schedule and budget documents.
• Presents audits to Commissioners and stakeholders; coordinates corrective actions.

Skills

Writing skills

Oral communication

Research skills

Coaching

Staff development

Judgement and discretion

Project management

GAS proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Accounting, Statistics, Information Systems, Social Sciences, or related field

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Job description

General Description and Classification Standards:

This is a management position in the City Auditor’s Office, which operates and reports independently of City management. The Deputy City Auditor is a highly responsible position requiring skill and experience in managing people and projects. The Deputy City Auditor oversees audit teams that are under the day-to-day supervision of an Audit Manager. Teams conduct a wide variety of performance audits in city government, including programs, functions, activities, contracts, and capital projects. Audits typically assess whether programs and processes are achieving intended results, being conducted efficiently, complying with laws and regulations, and operating with appropriate controls. Projects may be sensitive and often include complex data collection and statistical analysis. Primary duties include Project Management, Quality Assurance, Audit Planning, Office Administration, Coaching and On-The-Job Training of Audit staff in performance audit methods and skills, and representing the City Auditor with senior management and elected officials when needed.

Supervision Received:

The deputy city auditor works under the general direction of the City Auditor.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates staff, handling employee concerns and problems, and conducting employee performance reviews.
• Monitors audit activities to ensure work is accurate and complies with Government Auditing Standards.
• Reviews, edits, and drafts audit reports for accuracy and sufficiency and appropriateness of supporting evidence.
• Prepares an annual audit schedule to submit to the Audit Committee for review and approval.
• Presents and explains city audits of all types to Commissioners, concerned agencies, financial institutions, the public, and the media.
• Coordinates follow-up of corrective actions taken by administrative managers in response to audit recommendations, and significant findings that have not been addressed by management.
• Attends meetings with supervisors and staff to discuss project status.
• Updates policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Government Auditing Standards.
• Prepares and delivers training to staff to enhance skills and abilities.
• Develops job aids and software tools to enhance performance and make processes more efficient.
• Assists the city auditor in preparing quarterly reports and status reports to audit committee, preparing the audit plan, and preparing the annual budget documents and presentation.
• Maintains CPE requirements in compliance with government audit standards and maintaining certification.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities: This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Extensive knowledge of Government Auditing Standards.
• Extensive knowledge of quantitative and qualitative data analysis methods, program policy analysis, principles of effectiveness and efficiency, and government and management processes.
• Strong writing, oral communication, and research skills.
• Skill in the use of word processing and spreadsheet software, and familiarity with database software.
• Interpersonal skills in coaching and developing staff, as well as interacting successfully with management staff subject to audit also are expected.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion in managing subordinates including handling emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards, and resolving problems.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work to handle multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience -

Master’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, Accounting, Statistics, Information Systems, Social Sciences, or a related field;

Seven (7) years of responsible professional experience in auditing, program evaluation, and/or policy operations or financial analysis, including at least three years at the supervisory or management level.

Licensures and Certifications -

Certified Internal Auditor designation, or progress toward the certification with expected completion within 24 months of appointment. Other certifications may be substituted depending upon applicability, education and experience.

Preferred Requirements

None.

Work Schedule:

This position follows the City’s hybrid work schedule policy as assigned by the Department of Human Resources Commissioner and requires in-person work at City worksites/facilities at least four (4) days per week, with the option to work remotely one (1) day per week, based on eligibility, departmental needs, and supervisor approval. The hybrid work schedule is subject to change at any time to five (5) days in-person work.

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Lifting Requirements:

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.