Description
The City Council appoints the City Auditor independent of other City Offices to promote and enhance honest, efficient, effective, transparent, and accountable City government. The City Auditor reports directly to City Council and has full responsibility for the direction and management of the Office of the City Auditor.
Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards
The City Auditor conducts audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). Commonly referred to as the Yellow Book, these standards outline requirements for audit reports, professional qualifications for auditors, and audit organization quality management. GAGAS requires audit organizations receive an external peer review at least once every three years. This process provides assurance that established policies, procedures, and applicable standards are being followed, such as an effective internal quality control system.
