We are looking for an energetic and team-oriented lead internal auditor to assist with operational, financial, IT and compliance audits in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditor’s (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF). Providing value to our internal clients is paramount, therefore establishing a rapport with the management and building relationships with various business units throughout the organization is a critical function for this role.  Lead Internal Auditors at DEN actively participate in all phases (i.e., planning, fieldwork, and reporting) of audit / consulting projects. In this position you will operate within a team or independently to conduct audit and consulting projects across operational, financial, regulatory, and/or technology areas.

Specifically, as the Lead Auditor at DEN you will:

• Lead and conduct financial, construction, operational, IT and compliance audits and ensure audits are conducted in compliance with Institute of Internal Auditor's (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) / IIA Standards and associated city rules and policies.

• Research best practices, performance benchmarks, industry trends, applicable laws, policies, procedures, to assess programs and organizational activities.  Develop a working knowledge of business processes, streamline processes and services, and ensure compliance with rules and policies.

• Apply audit procedures, methodologies, and generally accepted auditing standards in examining records and documents, evaluating operational efficiencies, effectiveness, and internal controls to ensure transactions are properly recorded and in compliance with policies and procedures.

• Lead the preparation and presentation of final audit reports to stakeholders and client organizations, which includes identifying and developing audit findings and supporting conclusions, determining efficiency and effectiveness of processes, summarizing areas of concern or risk, and recommending courses of action for compliance.

• Interact with all levels of DEN Leadership, other City agency employees and third-party vendors with limited oversight to fully investigate scoped audit project areas.

• Assist with developing or modifying work plans, methods, and procedures, determines work priorities, and develops work schedules to provide adequate staff coverage.

• Provide work instruction and assist employees with difficult and unusual assignments.

• Contribute to the development of performance goals, documents performance, provide performance feedback, and provide information to inform the formal performance evaluation.

• Respond orally to informal grievances and relays information to the supervisor. Document and record situations, which may be cause for disciplinary action and provide this information to the supervisor.

• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

What You’ll Bring

We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• 7 - 12 years of experience auditing in a public accounting firm or in a public agency.

• Experience is leading financial, operational, construction and / or IT audits.

• Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

• Strong data analytical & visualization skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a complex, dynamic, and fast-paced environment with strong inherent project management skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills include active listening, clear communication, respect for others, collaboration, conflict resolution, willingness to assist in areas outside of direct assignments when necessary, and commitment to self-improvement.

• Able to quickly grasp complex subject matter (both technical and business processes) and apply strong analytical skills and business orientation to assessing risks and controls.

• Work with little supervision.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Public Policy, Government Analytics, Business Administration, or related fields. Some positions may require successful completion of a college-level course in auditing principles.

• Experience: Three (3) years of professional level experience including one year as a Senior Internal Auditor, auditing and evaluating business practices and processes to ensure compliance and efficiency.

• Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for experience requirements.

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until August 16th. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than 8/16/2026 at 11:59 PM.

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