Deputy City Auditor (U) (Vacancy)

City of Columbus•Varies by position, OH

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy City Auditor serves as a senior executive leader within the City Auditor’s Office, supporting the City Auditor in fulfilling all duties prescribed by the Columbus City Charter and Columbus City Code. Under the direction of the City Auditor, is responsible for assisting the City Auditor in the supervision and coordination of the staff of his/her department and to act for the City Auditor in his/her absence. The role provides strategic, operational, and technical leadership across the City’s financial operations, including accounting, financial reporting, payroll, debt management, financial systems, financial analytics, and income tax administration. The Deputy City Auditor ensures the integrity, transparency, and efficiency of the City’s fiscal processes and plays a central role in safeguarding public resources. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
Extensive experience in governmental accounting, municipal finance, or public-sector financial leadership.
Experience managing complex financial systems and large-scale operational teams.
Demonstrated experience leading people and teams. This must include direct supervisory duties and team leadership.
Responsibilities must include directing, coordinating, guiding, supporting, and correcting the work of others to achieve goals, objectives, and deliverables.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CGFM, or CPFO preferred.

Responsibilities

Directs and oversees citywide accounting operations, including certification of funds, receipts, disbursements, asset and liability management, and internal control compliance.
Provides executive oversight of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), ensuring compliance with GASB, GAAP, and GFOA reporting standards.
Ensures timely, accurate, and transparent financial reporting to elected officials, departments, residents, and external stakeholders.
Assists the Auditor in preparing the City’s official revenue estimate.
Applies a complete and advanced understanding of governmental accounting principles, including fund accounting, GASB pronouncements, revenue recognition, expenditure classification, and financial statement preparation.
Interprets complex accounting standards and implements required changes across all financial operations.
Serves as a subject-matter expert for internal and external audits.
Provides leadership over the City’s financial systems, including the accounting system, revenue management system, payroll system, and financial dashboards.
Demonstrates the ability to understand and navigate a complex ERP system within a short period of time, ensuring system integrity, data accuracy, and operational efficiency.
Partners with IT, system vendors, and internal stakeholders to optimize workflows, implement upgrades, and resolve system issues.
Oversees and supports the work of multiple divisions, including: Accounting & Operations, Financial Reporting, Payroll, Debt Management, Financial Systems, Financial Analytics, Division of Income Tax.
Ensures each division meets performance expectations, regulatory requirements, and service standards.
Advises the City Auditor on fiscal policy, operational status and improvements, and long-term financial planning.
Leads initiatives to enhance transparency, user experience, and access to financial information.
Develops and implements internal controls, financial policies, and risk mitigation strategies.
Serves as a primary liaison to City departments, elected officials, external auditors, rating agencies, and the public.
Communicates complex financial information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
Represents the Auditor’s Office in intergovernmental, professional, and community settings.