Internal Auditor

City of Cape Coral Internal Auditor Job Type: Full-Time Regular Department: City Auditor's Office Class Code: Pay Grade 38 Salary: $34.95 - $52.43 Hourly / $72,696.00 - $109,054.40 Annually General Statement of Job Under the direction of the City Auditor and/or Audit Office Staff, the Internal Auditor completes internal audits, reviews, and special projects as an independent appraisal activity within the City. This position performs as a member of an audit team in conducting operational, performance, compliance, and financial audits of the various administrative departments, divisions, and programs of the City in accordance with professional standards of Internal Audit. Audit results are communicated to the City Auditor and/or Assistant City Auditors and City Management through written reports and verbal presentations. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Works as a member of the Audit Office team. Conducts City audits, follow-ups, and special projects per the annual audit plan or department requests. Ensures audit services comply with GAGAS standards. Creates audit workpapers and initiates correspondence. Ensures documented workpapers support all audit findings. Assists with preparation of audit reports and recommendations. Keeps the City Auditor informed of audit progress and findings. Develops professional relationships with City Management and Council. Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations. Obtains required continuing education credits. Assists in developing strategic audit plans and departmental goals. Shares expertise with team members. Maintains knowledge of regulations and standards. May operate a motor vehicle for assigned tasks. Performs other related duties as requested. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. Licenses or Certifications Valid Florida Driver’s License (or obtained within 30 days of hire). Preferred Qualifications Experience in operational, compliance, financial, and/or IT audits. Active certification or candidacy as CFE, CIA, or CPA. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of Business English, editing principles, financial/accounting/legal standards, budgeting, management, computer systems, and recordkeeping. Skill in Analytical processes, communication (written/verbal), organization, and decision-making. Ability to Learn legal principles, governmental operations, GAGAS, and risk‑based auditing. Use diplomacy, maintain ethics, and build consensus. Establish relationships across government and community groups. Utilize computer technology for analysis and research. Exercise discretion and confidentiality. Communicate effectively in writing and speech. Work Environment and Physical Demands Tasks performed in a common office environment. Generally sedentary; may require brief standing/walking. Occasional lifting/pushing/pulling of objects up to 20 pounds. Requires visual concentration and keyboard/mouse use. Must be able to speak, hear, read, and communicate effectively in English. Benefits Health Insurance (Florida Blue): City paid employee coverage. Optional HMO or PPO plans are available. Dependents can be added at group rates. Premium deductions are taken pre‑tax. Employee Health & Wellness Center: Provides healthcare services. Basic Life Insurance (USAble Life): City paid. Benefit equal to twice the annual base pay. Double benefit for accidental death. Optional Dental Insurance (Florida Combined Life BlueDental): Employee‑paid at group rates; family plans available. Premium deductions are taken pre‑tax. Supplemental Insurance: Employees may purchase various types of supplemental insurance (life, AFLAC) at group rates through payroll deduction. Pension Plan – General and Fire: Administered by Foster & Foster General Plan. Normal retirement eligibility varies by hire date and years of service. Benefit rate multipliers and eligibility details applicable. 401(a) – Mission Square: Certain management positions can opt out of the General Pension into a 401(a). Roth IRA – Mission Square: Offered through payroll deduction. Long‑Term Disability – (FCL‑a Florida Blue Partner): City paid. Leave Time – Sick and Vacation: Block of hours incorporating sick and vacation. Accrues at 16.67 hours per month for an annual total of 5 weeks (200 hours). Accrual increases to 20.00 hours per month after 6 years of service and continues at a yearly increase after 10 years of service. Paid Holidays: City recognizes 11 holidays, including New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. Leave Sharing: May elect to donate or request leave time for emergency circumstances. Deferred Compensation Programs: Tax‑deferred savings plan available for retirement purposes. Employee‑only contributions. Flexible Spending Accounts: Employees can elect to use pre‑tax dollars to cover unreimbursed medical or dependent daycare expenses. Payroll Direct Deposit: Available to any banking institution or credit union. Suncoast Federal Schools Credit Union membership available. Leave Buy Back: Option to receive cash for excess accrued leave beyond use or loss amount. Employee Assistance Program (ESI): City‑paid availability to licensed professional counselors for non‑work related personal issues with 100% confidentiality. Pre‑Paid College: Post‑tax deduction forwarded to the State of Florida on the employee’s behalf. #J-18808-Ljbffr