Internal Auditor

Conducts financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with accepted professional auditing standards. Evaluates the City's internal controls, policies, procedures, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Provides independent assessments that support transparency, accountability, and efficiency across City operations. May perform additional duties as requested by the Director of Finance or assigned by the City Council.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits following professional auditing standards.
• Evaluate internal controls, policies, procedures, and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Provide independent assessments to enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency in City operations.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Finance or City Council.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Information Systems, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Three to five years of internal auditing, governmental auditing, or risk management experience.
• Experience with data analytics tools, ERP/financial systems, and audit software preferred.
• Valid class "C" Texas driver’s license.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) required; Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Skills

• Knowledge of internal auditing standards, GAAP, and governmental accounting.
• Understanding of laws, regulations, and compliance requirements affecting municipal operations.
• Ability to conduct audits, analyze data, and prepare detailed reports.
• Strong communication, public speaking, problem-solving, and professional judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, independence, and objectivity.
• Ability to work collaboratively while managing multiple assignments.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work requiring the ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
• Frequent or constant use of fingering, hearing, mental acuity, reaching, speaking, standing, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time off.
• Free membership at the City’s pool and recreation center facilities.

Pay

$96,161 annually.

Must pass background check, pre-employment substance abuse screening, and job-related physical exam as a condition of employment. Motor vehicle record check may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.