Senior Auditor, Procurement Compliance & Innovation

City Of Atlanta Careers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta Office of the Inspector General is hiring a Performance Auditor II to advance independent procurement audits and program reviews. The role collaborates with procurement staff to ensure transparent, lawful practices and accountable use of public resources.

The ideal candidate has extensive auditing experience, develops new audit tools, and works well both independently and within a small, collaborative team. Posting expires soon.

Qualifications

• Experience performing audits and program analysis.
• Experience drafting and preparing workpapers that can support findings in enforcement actions.
• Experience performing and/or overseeing procurement functions.
• Experience calculating cost estimates.
• Experience reviewing and approving audit plans, testing strategies, and workpapers prepared by team members.
• Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative data analysis methods.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision, while managing multiple projects.
• Ethical conduct and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, SharePoint, Outlook, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Review solicitation documents and vendor submissions for invitations for bid, requests for proposal and alternative procurements.
• Draft reports for public, City Administration, Inspector General and the Governing Board.
• Lead complex compliance audits that involve multiple city departments, third‑party vendors, and high‑risk operational areas.
• Plan, design, and carry out audits from start to finish, ensuring they meet professional auditing standards.
• Evaluate whether programs, processes, contracts, and financial activities follow applicable laws, policies, regulations, and charter requirements.
• Identify potential conflicts of interest among participants in the procurement process
• Conduct advanced data analysis to spot trends, irregularities, or risk indicators.
• Gather facts and perform data analysis to ensure consistency and fairness throughout the procurement process
• Preserve confidentiality of sensitive and protected information
• Collaborate with Department of Procurement personnel, from Contract Specialists to the Chief Procurement Officer
• Evaluate contract extensions, renewals, and amendments for compliance with City Code and procurement standards.
• Review complex financial transactions, procurement practices, and budget use to ensure proper stewardship of public funds.
• Identify discrepancies, anomalies, and potential violations in contract administration.
• Create new processes and procedures for evaluating and auditing.
• Public presentation of reports and findings at meetings and hearings.

Skills

Auditing experience

Data analysis

Procurement knowledge

Cost estimation

Communication skills

Independent work

Tools

Excel

Access

SharePoint

Outlook

Word

Job description

City of Atlanta Office of the Inspector General is hiring a Performance Auditor II to advance independent procurement audits and program reviews. The role collaborates with procurement staff to ensure transparent, lawful practices and accountable use of public resources.

The ideal candidate has extensive auditing experience, develops new audit tools, and works well both independently and within a small, collaborative team. Posting expires soon.