Associate Internal Auditor - AO

City and County of Denver•Denver, CO

6d•$68,773 - $113,476•Hybrid

About The Position

The City and County of Denver Auditor’s Office is seeking an Associate Internal Auditor to conduct performance audits and evaluations of Denver government functions and activities. The Auditor’s Office is an independent agency that provides public oversight and issues audit reports with recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of city services and programs. The Associate Internal Auditor works under the general direction of an assigned Audit Manager and Team Lead. The position involves supporting audits from planning through fieldwork, report writing, and presentation of results; selecting appropriate audit, analytical, and research methods; and producing clear written analyses of complex issues for agency staff and the public. The employee also conducts audit follow-up, presentations and briefings, and related administrative work, while ensuring work complies with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS) and office procedures. The Auditor’s Office currently uses a hybrid work schedule combining attendance at its downtown Denver office with remote work. Employees must reside in Colorado, preferably within driving distance of the Denver metropolitan area, and have stable home internet for remote work. The office provides a computer and work-related software. This position is included in the collective bargaining unit.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Public Policy, Government Analytics, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least one year of professional-level experience auditing and evaluating business practices and processes to ensure compliance and efficiency.
No substitution of experience for the education requirement is permitted; additional appropriate education may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Must reside in Colorado.
Must have a stable home internet connection for remote work.
Must have valid U.S. work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Relevant professional government auditing work experience.
Strong familiarity and experience with GAGAS standards.
Experience with data analytics.
A relevant professional certification, such as CPA, CGAP, CIA, CRMA, or similar.
A graduate degree.
Experience with audit and risk management software.
Residence within driving distance of the Denver metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

Conduct performance-related audits and evaluations of City and County departments, contracts, and programs, assessing internal controls, compliance, governance, effectiveness, efficiency, and public policy.
Apply Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) promulgated by the U.S. Government Accountability Office.
Assist the Audit Manager, Team Lead, and other team members with audit planning, fieldwork, report writing, and presentation of results to the public.
Identify and use appropriate audit, analytical, and research methodologies.
Ensure individual work activities comply with GAGAS and Audit Service Division operating policies and procedures before review.
Produce written work that analyzes, synthesizes, and explains complex issues for agency staff and Denver residents.
Collaborate with audit team members.
Conduct audit-related internal and external presentations and briefings.
Perform audit follow-up work for assigned audits.
Perform administrative tasks as required.