Job Description

Job Code: 05010   Salary Grade: 24   Salary Range: $70,777-$109,702     FLSA: Exempt  

Purpose of Classification: 

The purpose of this classification is to manage the operations and staff of the Office of Independent Internal Audit or Department of Finance as assigned. Incumbents in this classification supervise staff involved in the performance of highly complex and visible internal financial, compliance, and operational audits for the County.  

Essential Functions:  

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. 

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures. 

Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to management; and assists with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate. 

Oversees complex and visible internal financial, compliance, operational audits, fiscal and administrative analysis, and management reviews; evaluates and assesses the effectiveness of the County’s various fiscal and operational systems of internal control and compliance with applicable laws, policies, regulations, and procedures; identifies solutions, and prepares/reviews and submits related reports. 

Assists in developing, implementing, and monitoring Office of Independent Internal Audit (OIIA) business and annual work plans; keeps informed of current audit and County issues and concerns; recommends policy and procedure changes; implements innovative methodologies for audit work processes; monitors implementation of procedures by staff, and keeps the Chief Audit Executive abreast of any issues and concerns 

Provides counsel and direction to DeKalb County officials and other entities on matters related to proposed financial and administrative processes, (OIIA) policies, work plans, assignments, reports/ related matters; and makes recommendations regarding current and proposed financial and operational processes and the impact on internal controls. 

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, or other documents; receives various forms, reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; and reviews completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, Information Technology, or other field related to area of assignment required; six years of experience in auditing, evaluation, or analysis which includes three years leading audits; two years in government or public sector auditing; supervisory experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. 

Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Must possess and maintain Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or must attain within 12 months in this classification.