The JSO Internal Audit Unit supports management’s commitment to a sound internal control structure, provides reasonable assurance to management that the internal control structure can be relied upon to mitigate risks, and provides an objective review of the various operational units. This position conducts audits and provides oversight and supervision of staff auditors.   

• Conduct and lead staff auditors in the performance of comprehensive audits of financial systems, business activities and internal accounting controls at Police and Correctional facilities within Jacksonville
• Define expectations for each audit project, including audit objectives, planning, and scope
• Develop audit programs and assess effectiveness of internal controls, accuracy of financial reporting, efficiency of operations, and compliance with policies
• Prepare audit work papers to document the audit process, tests, results, and conclusions
• Review audit work papers prepared by staff auditors, and provide constructive feedback and supervision
• Interact with Sheriff’s office personnel to request information and prepare documentation of process flows
• Influence and negotiate process improvements with process owners
• Prepare written reports with recommended corrective actions to all levels of management

• Strong interpersonal skills for interfacing with all levels of internal and external management
• Knowledge of information technology and business process evaluation and improvement techniques
• Extensive understanding of business processes, internal control, compliance programs, and audit processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information
• Ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities in managing a wide variety of projects
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, accountability, and leadership
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills

• Minimum of 5 years of audit experience with a minimum of 2 years in an internal audit role
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA, CIA, or CFE active license preferred
• Proficient knowledge in internal control concepts, generally accepted accounting principles, and Institute of Internal Auditor practices
• Knowledge of accounting processes and related reporting
• Experience with audits and preparing work papers to document the audit process, tests, results, and conclusions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of QuickBooks preferred

The City of Jacksonville is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and will provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants in compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws and the current interpretation of employment discrimination by the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, as set forth in Directive 0528.  There shall be no discrimination or harassment against any person with regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other impermissible factor in recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, placement, promotion, discipline, demotion, transfers, layoff, recall, termination, working conditions and related terms and conditions of employment.