City Auditor

The Office of the City Auditor for the City of Norfolk is a dynamic, diverse organization that independently evaluates City government activities. The Office of the City Auditor serves as a catalyst to improve internal controls and the efficiency and effectiveness of City government. The Office of the City Auditor assists the City Council and City management by conducting audit, attestation, and investigative service projects of various City operations and providing recommendations for improvement.

The City of Norfolk seeks an experienced City Auditor with a proven record of impeccable integrity, dedication to the efficient use of taxpayer money and the will to ensure that our local government is accountable, transparent, and cost-effective through investigations of fraud, waste and abuse and providing professional audit and related services including inquiries, special reviews, and management request.

This is an appointed position and will report directly to City Council

Essential Functions:

* Manages the City's Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline. Authenticates and ensures resolution of all allegations received on the Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline.
* Directs, organizes, plans, and manages all activities of the office to ensure City's financial and operational integrity, accountability, efficiency and effectiveness in accordance with the Norfolk City Code and Government Auditing Standards.
* Establishes written policies and procedures to provide guidance to the staff in the execution of their assignments. Acts as a liaison between the City administration and external auditors.
* Plans, organizes, and coordinates a City-wide Internal Control Assessment to identify the areas of risks to the City.
* Develops the risk-based annual audit plan to present to City Council.
* Provides oral or written reports of investigation results, internal controls, audit findings and recommendations to City Council and City Management.
* Follows up with Management annually to ensure the implementation of corrective actions resulting from an audit, investigation or special review.
* Provides professional development and training opportunities for the staff.
* Directs, plans and executes special projects and inquiries requested by the City Council or City Manager.
* Provides updates and communications to the City Council of all office activities, at least annually.
* Monitors and directs office budget activities to ensure operational efficiency.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field or equivalent. Master's Degree is preferred.

Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal auditing, accounting, finance or related field. At least five (5) years of experience investigating and managing fraud, waste and abuse allegations. At least five (5) years of supervisory experience.

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation is required.

Additional Information & Requirements:

City of Norfolk residency is required within six (6) months of hire.

Relocation assistance is available.

Salary will be commensurate with knowledge, skills and abilities.

Competitive benefits package.

Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus. Individuals who are currently employed by the City are not eligible to receive the bonus.