Internal Audit Manager – Government Performance

City and County of Denver; United States; Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Great benefits

Professional development

Job summary

City and County of Denver’s Auditor’s Office seeks an Internal Audit Manager to lead a professional audit team, conducting performance audits of city departments and programs under GAGAS. The role emphasizes risk-based planning, staff development, and timely, high-quality audit deliverables.

The position offers a hybrid schedule in Colorado and requires a bachelor’s degree with at least three years of management experience; professional certifications (CIA/CPA/CGAP/CRMA) are preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree as stated; some positions may require auditing principles coursework.
• Three years of experience in the type and level of functional or operational management, including managing professional contributors.
• Experience with GAGAS and government auditing standards; strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads professional audit team(s) conducting performance audits of city departments and programs under GAGAS.
• Provides instruction, coaching, and performance evaluations; resolves conflicts and ensures staff development.
• Manages audit engagement scope, data collection, and timely delivery of high-quality audit products.

Skills

Leadership

GAGAS knowledge

Data analytics

Audit management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration

Tools

Audit management software

Job description

City and County of Denver’s Auditor’s Office seeks an Internal Audit Manager to lead a professional audit team, conducting performance audits of city departments and programs under GAGAS. The role emphasizes risk-based planning, staff development, and timely, high-quality audit deliverables.

The position offers a hybrid schedule in Colorado and requires a bachelor’s degree with at least three years of management experience; professional certifications (CIA/CPA/CGAP/CRMA) are preferred.