Internal Auditor

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY.  THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY.  APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

Loudoun County, Virginia, is located approximately 35 miles west of Washington, DC and plays a key role in the Northern Virginia region, participating in regional undertakings including those related to sustainability, transportation/transit and road infrastructure, parks, public safety, and economic development. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing counties in the entire United States, Loudoun boasts a thrilling and diverse local economy that will continue to expand with the recent opening of the three new Metrorail Silver Line stations.

The Loudoun County Internal Audit Program within the Department of Finance and Procurement has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who would like to make an impact on local government operations. Internal Audit conducts internal control reviews, risk assessments, and compliance and performance audits to accomplish its risk-based, multi-year audit plan. This is a great opportunity to join a well-functioning team that drives continuous improvement of the County’s operations and programs.

Loudoun County's Department of Finance and Procurement is seeking qualified candidates with strong analytical skills who thrive in a fast-paced work environment to fill a full-time position of Internal Auditor. Under the general supervision of the Internal Audit Manager, this position will perform a variety of complex internal audit services such as prepare work papers, collect relevant information about County programs, conduct internal control reviews, review policies and procedures, and coordinate audit-related meetings in compliance with County mission, policies, regulations and applicable laws.

Essential functions of this position include planning, preparing and reviewing audit plans; and coordinating audit meetings with stakeholders, clients, and contractors. Additionally, this position will conduct internal audit activities such as collecting relevant and sufficient information, using standards-based qualitative and quantitative methods to assess and prioritize risks based on likelihood and impact, preparing working papers and presenting results to process owners, preparing well-written reports explaining necessary corrective actions, and following up on corrective action implementation with process owners.

The ideal candidate would bring strong analytical and standard-based skills, experience managing diverse assignments, and a proven commitment to customer-focused audits. This includes researching trends or patterns for modifying and/or developing audit methods, quantitative analysis, and knowledge of audit standards.

Applicants should provide evidence of their ability to research laws and policies, analyze information and data, conduct interviews and process walkthroughs, and communicate results orally and in writing in accordance with auditing industry standards.

The successful candidate is eligible for the County’s benefit package, which includes extremely competitive health, dental and vision insurance; enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System; matching contributions to deferred compensation plan, and annual and sick leave benefits. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule in accordance with the County’s telework policy.

Hiring salary will be commensurate with experience. 

Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or related area; three (3) years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Prefer professional certification in areas related to the assigned department and active membership in job-related professional organizations.

The successful candidate will undergo criminal and credit background checks.