Public Sector Internal Auditor: Risk & Controls

City-of-Fort-Wayn; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Wayne is seeking an Internal Auditor to join the Internal Audit Department. You'll conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits across city departments and utilities, evaluating controls and communicating findings to strengthen public resources.

You will plan risk-based audits, analyze data, apply sampling methods, and present clear, actionable recommendations. You will also monitor corrective actions and assist external auditors during annual financial audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with accounting major; 21 credit hours in accounting and auditing coursework.
• At least one year of professional auditing experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP, auditing standards, procedures, and sampling methods.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.
• Strong communication with employees, management, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct risk-based audits per governmental standards.
• Evaluate controls, financial information, regulatory compliance, and assets.
• Use research, sampling, and data analytics to identify risks.
• Present findings with actionable recommendations.
• Support external auditors during annual financial audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication with stakeholders

Professional judgment

Education

Accounting degree with auditing coursework

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

The City of Fort Wayne is seeking an Internal Auditor to join the Internal Audit Department. You'll conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits across city departments and utilities, evaluating controls and communicating findings to strengthen public resources.

You will plan risk-based audits, analyze data, apply sampling methods, and present clear, actionable recommendations. You will also monitor corrective actions and assist external auditors during annual financial audits.