Senior Government Internal Auditor - AO

City and County of Denver•Denver, CO

11d•$80,217 - $132,358•Hybrid

About The Position

The Auditor's Office, an independent agency of the City and County of Denver, delivers independent, transparent, and professional oversight to safeguard the public’s investments in the City and County of Denver. The Auditor has Charter authority to audit Denver’s agencies in accordance with generally accepted governmental auditing standards (GAGAS). Our audit reports are issued each month to the public through Denver’s Audit Committee. We review the efficiency and effectiveness of the city’s services and programs and provide recommendations for improvement. Our work is performed on behalf of everyone who cares about the city, including its residents, workers, and decision-makers. We provide a dynamic and collaborative work environment, excellent benefits, and professional development and continuing education opportunities for our employees. We are seeking a Senior Government Internal Auditor with strong auditing skills and the ability to work independently. Government audit experience is preferred. Under the general direction of the assigned Audit Manager and Lead Auditor, the Senior Auditor executes performance audits of local government functions and activities. This position is eligible for collective bargaining. Auditor’s Office employees are currently working a hybrid schedule. This position requires a combination of in-office attendance at our Downtown Denver location and remote work. Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their remote work days. We provide a computer with all work-related software applications; you must have a stable home internet connection for any remote work. This position is expected to be open to receive applications until Tuesday June 2, 2026. Please submit your complete application as soon as possible and no later than 11:59 pm MDT on Tuesday June 2, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Public Policy, Government Analytics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Two (2) years of professional-level experience auditing and evaluating business practices and processes to ensure compliance and efficiency.
No substitution of experience for education is permitted.

Nice To Haves

Relevant professional government auditing work experience.
Strong familiarity and experience with GAGAS Standards.
Experience with data analytics.
An applicable professional certification, such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CGAP (Certified Government Auditing Professional), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CRMA (Certification in Risk Management Assurance), or similar.
A graduate degree.
Experience with audit and risk management software.

Responsibilities

Conducting performance audits and of city and county departments, contracts, and programs that include internal controls, compliance, governance, other objectives such as effectiveness, efficiency, and public policy assessment using Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) promulgated by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO).
Assisting the Audit Manager and Team Lead and other team members with all aspects of audits including project planning, fieldwork, report writing and presentation of results to the public.
Identifying and utilizing optimal audit, analytical and research methodologies in the execution of audits.
Displaying well-developed skills of critical thinking, verbal and written communications, workload management, quality work products, and productive and professional interpersonal relations.
Working independently and ensuring that individual work activities fully comply with GAGAS and the Audit Service Division's operating policy and procedures, prior to Lead or Manager review.
Producing high quality written products that analyze, synthesize, and explain complex issues for a variety of audiences, such as agency staff and residents of Denver.
Working collaboratively in a team environment.
Performing audit-related internal and external presentations and briefings.
Performing audit follow-up work for assigned audits.
Conducting administrative tasks as required.