County Auditor

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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

This position involves advanced professional and administrative responsibilities in overseeing the operations of the Prince George's County Office of Audits and Investigations. Duties of this position are described in the Prince George's County Charter. The County Auditor serves in an exempt status and is appointed by the Council. Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observations.

• Plans, organizes, directs, and supervises the overall activities within the Office of Audits and Investigations Division to meet Charter mandates.
• Ensures that all applicable generally accepted auditing standards have been met and that audit reports and supporting work papers are prepared in accordance with prescribed office standards and procedures.
• Ensures that all exceptions resulting from the audit review process are resolved, including the utilization of a third-party mediator, when necessary.
• Reviews requests for investigations by department or agency heads, employees, or individuals not connected with the County government.
• Prepares a written summary of known facts and provides a recommendation on whether further action should be taken regarding the audit request.
• Performs technical reviews of all audit work papers and resultant reports. Discuss drafts with appropriate personnel.
• Analyzes and evaluates new and existing County programs in terms of meeting the changing legal and government requirements.
• Recommends modification or the implementation of new and innovative programs with the end objective of strengthening the County's efficiency and effectiveness.
• Leads performance and financial audits and special investigations, ensuring all work is accurate, compliant, and completed on schedule.
• Ensures that a complete financial audit of all agencies receiving or dispersing County funds is prepared and submitted to the Council and County Executive for the preceding fiscal years.
• Conducts performance and financial audits of agencies receiving funds appropriated or approved by the Council.
• Evaluates and counsels lead auditors as needed and in accordance with Personnel Law requirements and creates/revises position descriptions.
• Coordinates the office participation in the County Council budget review process with the Council Administrator or Deputy Council Administrator, as appropriate.
• Coordinates office support/assistance with preparing fiscal impact statements for all County legislation, as required.
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and their application to governmental operations.
• Possesses the ability to effectively supervise professional and paraprofessional technical staff.
• Demonstrates the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials.
• Performs additional related duties, as assigned, consistent with the employee’s occupational classification and responsibility level.

• Master's degree in accounting/business/public administration or a closely related field
• 10 or more years of experience in the field of government auditing, evaluation, and analysis at the Senior Director level
• 10 years of experience managing and leading professional auditors with experience for ensuring effective workflow, staff development, and overall operational efficiency
• Must possess all of the following certifications:
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Job Location:

1301 McCormick Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave.