Hybrid Internal Audit Lead: Governance & Risk

King-County,-W; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Hybrid work model

Job summary

King County is building an internal audit function to strengthen governance and fiscal oversight. The Principal Internal Auditor will help establish processes, lead risk-based audits, and build the quality control system in collaboration with the Internal Audit Director.

The role requires strong analytical skills, governance knowledge, and the ability to present complex findings to leadership. Hybrid work is available with in-office days.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of audit standards, including IIA Global Internal Audit Standards or GAO/ISA equivalents.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in government or internal auditing with increasing responsibility.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to present findings to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and execute risk-based audits and advisory services per IIA standards.
• Develop clear audit reports with findings and recommendations.
• Present findings to department and executive leadership.
• Develop audit policies, procedures, templates, and quality control elements with the Director.
• Support annual internal audit risk assessment and audit planning.

Skills

Audit standards knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Governance & risk

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, or related field

Master’s degree in business/public administration (preferred)

Job description

King County is building an internal audit function to strengthen governance and fiscal oversight. The Principal Internal Auditor will help establish processes, lead risk-based audits, and build the quality control system in collaboration with the Internal Audit Director.

The role requires strong analytical skills, governance knowledge, and the ability to present complex findings to leadership. Hybrid work is available with in-office days.