What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Auditor position at Lee County Clerk of Court?
Overview
Are you passionate about transparency, integrity, and improving government operations? The Lee County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is seeking a skilled Internal Auditor to join our Inspector General Department. This role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful audit engagements that promote efficient, cost-effective governance across Lee County.
Why Join Our Team?
At the Clerk’s Office, we’re committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive and rewarding benefits package that includes:
- Exceptional health care coverage with low monthly premiums
- Robust retirement options through the Florida Retirement System and 457 deferred compensation plans
- Ample paid time off, including holidays, birthday leave, and time for volunteer work
- A dynamic Wellness Program offering tools, motivation, and support to help you live your healthiest life
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a qualifying employer
We believe in balance. That’s why we prioritize a healthy work-life blend—so you can enjoy evenings and weekends with loved ones.
Working at the Clerk’s Office means more than just a job. Here, you can:
- Contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference
- Serve and strengthen your local community
- Collaborate with a supportive, mission-driven team
- Grow your skills and explore new career paths
Position Function and Duties
As an Internal Auditor, you’ll be responsible for planning and executing audits for the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), the Clerk of Courts (LCCC), and the Lee County Port Authority (LCPA). You’ll:
- Lead financial, compliance, performance, and operational audits
- Develop risk-based audit programs and conduct data analytics
- Evaluate internal controls and recommend improvements
- Prepare comprehensive audit reports and present findings to management
- Ensure compliance with IIA and AIG standards (Red Book & Green Book)
- Collaborate with departments and serve as a resource across audit teams
- Participate in department initiatives and professional development
Qualifications
What You Bring:
- Required Certification: CIA, CGAP, CIGA, CPA, or CFE (active and current)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance
- Experience: Minimum 3 years in internal audit or public accounting
- Preferred: Experience auditing local government agencies and using data analytics tools
- Strong knowledge of audit standards, accounting principles, and Florida statutes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; TeamMate experience preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and organizational ability
- Strong judgment, professionalism, and ethical integrity
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment
Supplemental Information
Additional Requirements:
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Our organization is unable to sponsor or takeover sponsorship of an employment Visa.
Note: Vacancy postings may be closed at any time based on business needs. Applicants who have applied will be notified.