Deputy City Auditor

This classification has been designated as a non-classified, non-merit system, at-will position.

Deputy City Auditor supervises the daily activities of the internal audit staff; administers the City Auditor department's budget and financial activities; plans and conducts complex operational, compliance, performance, and financial audits of City departments, programs, activities, and contractors.  Supervisory and administrative responsibilities include assigning audits and other projects; monitoring workflow and resources; reviewing and evaluating work products; coordinating staff certification/training requirements; managing all aspects of the budget; processing financial transactions; updating/improving the City Auditor's internal policies and procedures; and participating in strategic and operational planning.  Audit responsibilities include conducting risk assessments; evaluating internal controls; detecting irregularities; and formulating recommendations to reduce risks and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the auditee's procedures, operations, or internal controls.  In addition, an employee of this class may conduct highly confidential special investigations into allegations of fraud, waste or abuse of public resources, or other alleged misconduct.  The Deputy City Auditor may also serve as Acting City Auditor in the absence of the City Auditor.  This class performs related duties as required.

The Deputy City Auditor has full supervisory responsibilities over the Senior Internal Auditor and Internal Auditor classes; budget and fiscal management responsibilities; and more direct interaction with senior executives and elected officials.  This class performs work with considerable latitude, independent judgment, and professional discretion.  This class is FLSA exempt-executive.

Employee Values:  All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.

Minimum Qualifications.  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field, and seven or more years full-time professional experience as an Internal Auditor.  Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), which must be maintained thereafter.

Preferred/Desirable Qualifications.  At least one year of supervisory experience is preferred. Experience in governmental internal auditing is highly desirable.  Certification as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), is highly desirable.

http://apps.mesaaz.gov/jobdescriptions/Documents/JobDescriptions/cs5246.pdf