Seattle, WA – City Auditor

City Auditor

About the Position

Are you an experienced public sector auditing professional who can lead complex performance audits, drive accountability, and strengthen government transparency? If so, apply to be the City of Seattle’s next City Auditor!

We’re looking for an exceptional, independent, and strategic leader who is:

Experienced in governmental auditing and oversight
Skilled at leading high-performing, professional teams
Adept at communicating complex findings to diverse stakeholders

Seattle is a vibrant, world-class city in the Pacific Northwest with a population of approximately 780,000 residents. Ideally located between Puget Sound and Lake Washington and surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery, Seattle offers an unparalleled natural backdrop.

The new City Auditor will report to the City Council. Seattle operates under a Mayor-Council form of government. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in governmental auditing, performance evaluation, or public administration. They will bring a strong commitment to transparency, accountability, and equity in public service.

Required qualifications include:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a closely related field

Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible auditing or related experience

At least five (5) years of executive or senior-level management experience within a government

auditing or oversight environment, or an equivalent combination of education and leadership

experience demonstrating executive capability in a complex political setting

Preferred qualifications include:

Master’s degree in a related field

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), CPA, or similar credential

Experience with performance auditing in a large municipal organization

The selected candidate may be offered a salary rate of $210,000 – $225,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

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