Description

This position is responsible for the timely execution of risk-based internal audits in accordance with the annual audit plan, as well as assisting with other audit matters and projects.  The Auditor conducts audits of various activities of departments within, and other agencies with business or other contractual relationships with the City of St. Petersburg.  The scope of work includes operational, performance, revenue, financial, and compliance audits.  Work involves the application of advanced auditing and accounting skills in performing investigations, developing and executing audit programs, performing risk assessments, making recommendations, and effectively communicating audit findings and recommendations to City Management.  Work requires the exercise of considerable independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in completing assigned tasks.

Salary: $73,036 - $117,013 

Close Date: 01-09-2026 (11:59 PM)

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications.  Applicants must:

• Possess a valid Bachelor’s degree.
• Possess and continue to maintain a valid Driver License.
• Possess at least one year of experience in internal auditing or related fields such as external auditing, quality assurance, compliance, and/or internal control.
• Have thorough knowledge of standard auditing and internal control principles, processes, and practices.
• Have strong analytical, written/verbal communications, and relationship building skills.
• Have thorough knowledge and experience with spreadsheets, word processing, e-mail and internet environments, preferably using the Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel.

Desirable Qualifications.  Preferred applicants:

• Have one or more of the following certifications: Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Government Auditing Professional.
• Have knowledge and understanding of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Have considerable knowledge of data mining tools (ACL), ERP systems and electronic audit work paper systems, e-mail and internet to conduct research and prepare correspondence, reports and records.
• Are skilled in project and time management.
• Must have the knowledge and technical skills needed to effectively research, plan, perform, document and finalize an audit.