Internal Audit Director
Chatham County is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Internal Audit Director to lead efforts that strengthen accountability, safeguard public resources, and promote the highest standards of integrity across County operations. This is an opportunity for a strategic audit professional to serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, uncover opportunities for improvement, and help ensure that policies, procedures, and internal controls effectively support the County's mission.
The ideal candidate will bring sound judgment, investigative expertise, strong leadership, and a commitment to public service. As the County's Internal Audit Director, you will lead a team responsible for evaluating risks and controls, investigating allegations of waste, fraud, and abuse, analyzing financial and operational data, and providing actionable recommendations that enhance efficiency, compliance, and transparency.
If you are a proven audit leader who is ready to make a meaningful difference in the stewardship of public resources and the effectiveness of local government, Chatham County invites you to apply for this important leadership opportunity.
Examples of Duties
- Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff by processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
- Oversees and conducts investigations of alleged wrongdoing, such as waste, fraud, abuse, unacceptable behavior, etc.
- Gathers and evaluates evidence, tests internal controls, reviews data and audit trails, researches and analyzes transactions, identifies deliberate acts that violate civil and/or criminal laws, codes, and statutes.
- Conducts interviews and prepares and submits reports regarding findings to the County Manager.
- Testifies in Court as needed.
- Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns department workload, monitors status of work in progress, inspects and approves completed work and reports, gives advice and direction regarding routine and complex issues, and trains staff.
- Identifies, understands, and documents processes and procedures surrounding internal controls.
- Continually monitors and updates the assessment of the control environment, keeping abreast of significant control issues, risks, trends, and developments.
- Interprets and determines compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures, and follows up to ensure implementation of any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
- Utilizes electronic data analysis in audits, extracts data from various sources utilizing specialized software products, and analyzes and forwards data to appropriate personnel.
- Manages department financial resources, develops, defends, and implements departmental budget, monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget, and reviews and approves all financial documentation.
- Interfaces regularly and consults with senior management.
- Prepares audit reports on the system of internal controls, significant audit recommendations and investigations into fraudulent activity, and reviews and updates the audit committee charter.
- Advocates and provides for audit staff personal development, talent management, career progression, and department diversity.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; and
- Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in internal auditing, governmental accounting, or special investigations; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Must possess and maintain one of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.
In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.
Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.
Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Benefits
CHATHAM COUNTY BENEFITS PLANS Eligibility for benefits begins on your date of hire. Full-time employees working a regular schedule of 30 or more hours per week are eligible for County benefits. Part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees are not eligible to participate in the County benefit plan. However, regular part-time employees accrue prorated vacation and sick leave based on their schedule.
HEALTH Employees have a choice between a high or low option point-of-service health plan for themselves, their spouse, and eligible dependent children.
VISION The vision plan offers a comprehensive eye exam and options for frames, lenses, and contact lenses.
DENTAL Employees may choose either the high or low dental plan option with two cleanings per year and periodic x-rays at no cost.
EMPLOYEE HEALTH CENTER Employees and their spouses on the County's health plan have access to the Employee Health Center for physical and behavioral health services, health coaching, and lab services at no cost.
RETIREMENT - Chatham County provides a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with a five-year vesting period.
LIFE & DISABILITY - Long Term Disability and basic Life Insurance coverage are provided at no cost to employees. Employees may also purchase additional life coverage for themselves and their dependent family members.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Chatham County offers Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts through payroll deduction. The Medical FSA has a rollover feature equal to the annual Federal maximum.
WELLNESS PROGRAM Chatham County provides a variety of wellness opportunities for employees, including a Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes Management Program, Mobile Mammograms, Health Screenings, Flu Shots, Dietician Services, weight loss programs, reimbursements for gym memberships and participation in local races, education sessions, and more.
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS Employees may choose voluntary benefits such as Accident, Cancer, Short-Term Disability, and Whole Life Insurance products.
HOLIDAYS AND TIME OFF Chatham County observes 12 paid holidays per year. Employees accrue 12 vacation days per year, with the accrual rate increasing with years of service, and 15 sick days per year.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS - Annual merit increases, Cost of Living Adjustments, Longevity pay, Access to on-demand training, Career advancement opportunities, and Service awards.