Public Sector Internal Audit Manager — Strengthen Controls

City of Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

The City of Austin is seeking a Chief Audit Executive to lead the Internal Audit unit, guiding policy, methodology, and staffing to ensure robust financial and operational controls across the department. You will oversee audits, risk assessments, and reporting to executive management and the audit committee.

Responsibilities include developing charters, templates and budgets, coaching staff, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and laws.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in accounting, business, public administration, or related field.
• 5 years relevant experience, including 3 years lead or supervisory experience.
• Masters in related field can substitute for 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal audit charter, policies, procedures, and templates.
• Prepare and monitor budget for the internal audit unit.
• Direct auditors on audits and special projects; oversee fraud investigations.
• Communicate audit results to auditees and executive management; issue final reports.
• Ensure adherence to IIA IPPF Core Principles and professional standards.

Skills

Leadership

Auditing

Budgeting

Policy development

Communication

Fraud investigations

Risk assessment

Project management

Education

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

Masters can substitute for 1 year experience

Tools

Audit software

IRB/IPPF knowledge

Job description

The City of Austin is seeking a Chief Audit Executive to lead the Internal Audit unit, guiding policy, methodology, and staffing to ensure robust financial and operational controls across the department. You will oversee audits, risk assessments, and reporting to executive management and the audit committee.

Responsibilities include developing charters, templates and budgets, coaching staff, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and laws.