Internal Audit Manager - Austin Financial Services

City of Austin • Austin, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Internal Audit Manager serves as Chief Audit Executive for a City department and leads a team of internal auditors within the Austin Financial Services Department. The role oversees audits and related work involving financial information, internal controls, operational performance, and management practices to assess compliance with internal policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal laws, statutes, and guidelines.

The manager leads development and implementation of audit policies, procedures, methodologies, templates, and the internal audit charter. The position directs audit planning, risk assessments, audits, special projects, and fraud investigations; oversees the internal audit unit’s budget, staffing, performance, and resource needs; and coaches auditors. The manager reviews audit work papers and draft reports, communicates results to auditees, issues final reports, and presents findings to executive management and/or the audit committee.

The role implements a Quality Assurance and Improvement Program and ensures compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ professional standards and mandatory framework elements, including the Core Principles for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. The position also ensures auditors meet continuing professional education requirements. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; telework may be available after an initial training period. Work schedules may change based on departmental business needs. The position is based at 721 Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas, and may involve travel to multiple work locations.

Requirements

• Four-year degree in accounting, business, social sciences, public administration, or a related field.
• Five years of relevant experience, including three years of lead or supervisory experience.
• A master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.
• One of the following certifications is required: CIA, CGAP, CPA, or CFE.
• One additional audit-related certification is required.
• Knowledge of internal control review and evaluation concepts and auditing procedures.
• Knowledge of enterprise risk management methodologies, statistical analysis, investigation principles, performance measurement, audit project management, budget processes, process improvement, government management practices, and customer service methodologies.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in a local government setting.
• Leadership, decision-making, analytical, conceptual, interpersonal, and conflict-management skills.
• Ability to direct, plan, set priorities, assign work, and manage multiple projects, resources, and timelines.
• Ability to maintain ethical standards, professional judgment, integrity, objectivity, and independence.
• Ability to motivate, train, and coach team members.
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of City of Austin and departmental auditing policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of departmental business operations, management practices, and internal controls.
• Knowledge of governmental and/or utility accounting principles.
• Experience working as a government auditor or internal auditor.
• Experience communicating audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to management, leadership, and staff through effective verbal and written communication.
• Experience with compliance audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop the internal audit charter, policies, procedures, templates, and methodologies.
• Prepare and monitor the internal audit unit’s budget.
• Coach staff and develop their audit skills.
• Coordinate with other agencies and auditors.
• Prepare the annual audit plan and risk assessments for the department or specific processes.
• Direct auditors on assigned audits and special projects.
• Oversee fraud investigations.
• Plan audits, including objectives, scope, and audit programs.
• Recommend improvements.
• Review work papers, summaries, and draft audit reports.
• Communicate audit results to auditees.
• Approve and issue final audit reports.
• Present audit results to the audit committee and/or executive management.
• Implement a Quality Assurance and Improvement Program to support compliance with professional internal auditing standards.
• Ensure auditors meet continuing professional education requirements.
• Monitor the internal audit unit’s performance and resource needs.
• Supervise staff, including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendations for dismissal.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation package with generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
• City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
• Access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
• Wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Modern and sustainable workspaces.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager