Lead Internal Auditor - AO
About The Position
The City and County of Denver Auditor’s Office is seeking a Lead Internal Auditor to lead day-to-day execution of performance and compliance audits and evaluations of local government functions and activities under the general direction of an assigned Audit Manager. Audit projects typically last five to ten months, depending on complexity and scope. The role assists the Audit Manager with work prioritization, assignments, evaluation, and quality control over Senior Auditors, Associate Auditors, and Audit Interns, and may include administrative assignments. The Auditor’s Office is an independent agency that provides transparent, professional oversight of the City and County of Denver. Its audits are conducted in accordance with generally accepted governmental auditing standards, and reports are issued to the public through the independent Audit Committee. The office describes its work environment as dynamic and collaborative and offers benefits, professional development, and continuing education opportunities. Employees currently work a hybrid schedule, combining attendance at the Downtown Denver office with remote work. Employees must reside in Colorado, preferably within driving distance of the Denver metropolitan area. The office provides a computer with work-related software; a stable home internet connection is required for remote work. The position is in the collective bargaining unit. The announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies and is open for applications until November 11, 2026.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Public Policy, Government Analytics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least three years of professional-level experience auditing and evaluating business practices and processes for compliance and efficiency, including one year as a Senior Internal Auditor.
- No substitution of experience for the education requirement is permitted; additional appropriate education may be substituted for experience requirements.
- 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
- Experience leading government performance, compliance, and/or contract audits.
- Three to five years of professional work experience as a Senior Auditor.
- Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards.
- An advanced degree.
- An applicable professional certification, such as CIA, CPA, CGAP, CRMA, or similar.
- Effective coaching and project management skills, with demonstrated ability to motivate and develop staff.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working in diverse teams.
- Ability to apply critical thinking and communication skills to resolve complex audit topics.
Responsibilities
- Lead and conduct performance and compliance audits and other analyses of City and County departments, programs, and contracts, covering areas such as effectiveness, efficiency, service performance, public policy, governance, internal control, and compliance under GAGAS.
- Assist the Audit Manager and team members with audit planning, fieldwork, report writing, and presentation of results.
- Assist with reviewing other team members’ workpapers.
- Assist the Audit Manager with day-to-day audit engagement activities and ensure team members conduct their assigned audit work.
- Identify and use appropriate performance audit and research methodologies.
- Ensure audit work complies with GAGAS and Audit Service Division operating policies and procedures.
- Produce high-quality written products that analyze, synthesize, and explain complex issues to agency stakeholders and Denver residents.
- Give audit-related presentations and briefings.
- Perform follow-up work for assigned audits.
- Contribute to audit team performance goals, document team performance, provide feedback, and supply information for annual formal performance evaluations of team members.
- Take appropriate action in response to management feedback.
- Assist with work prioritization, assignments, evaluation, and quality control over Senior Auditors, Associate Auditors, and Audit Interns.
Benefits
- The job posting describes excellent benefits but does not specify individual benefit plans.
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
