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Organization chart showing: top level as 1 City Auditor, next level as 1 Assistant City Auditor, next level as 1 Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst over Performance Audits and 1 Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst over Research and Analysis, 2 Senior Fiscal Policy Analysts and 2 Fiscal Policy Analysts under the Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst over Performance Audits,  and 1 Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst and 1 Fiscal Policy Analyst under the Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst over Research and Analysis open_in_full

Interim City Auditor

Farishta Ahrary, CPA, CFE, PMP - Farishta Ahrary was appointed as the Interim City Auditor in February 2024 by the Sacramento City Council. Mrs. Ahrary joined the City Auditor’s office in June 2013 as an entry level auditor and was promoted several times throughout her career with the City; Mrs. Ahrary was the Assistant City Auditor prior to her appointment as the Interim City Auditor.

Prior to joining the City of Sacramento, Mrs. Ahrary worked at a CPA firm performing individual and business tax services and financial statement audits of school districts across Northern California.

Mrs. Ahrary was recognized by the Association of Local Government Auditors (ALGA) with a Gold Knighton Award in 2013 and Distinguished Knighton Awards in 2014 and 2019.

Mrs. Ahrary graduated with a Master of Science in Accounting from University of Phoenix. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, Davis. Mrs. Ahrary is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP).

Mrs. Ahrary is a member of the Association of Local Government Auditors (ALGA), California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA), Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). She also serves on the Long-Term Conference Planning Committee for ALGA.

 

Phone: 916-808-7266

Email: FAhrary@cityofsacramento.org

Assistant City Auditor

Vacant - 1 FTE

Principal Fiscal Policy Analysts

Jordan Sweeney, CIA, CFE, CICA, EIT - In October of 2015, Jordan Sweeney joined the City Auditor’s Office. Prior to joining the City of Sacramento, Mrs. Sweeney worked in asset management and reliability for Genentech Inc. Mrs. Sweeney also worked for Wells Fargo Bank for four years.

Mrs. Sweeney graduated with a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from University of California, Davis. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from California State University, Chico. Mrs. Sweeney is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), a Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA), a licensed Engineer-in-Training (EIT), and holds certificates in IT General Controls and Data Analytics Literacy. Mrs. Sweeney was honored as one of the Institute of Internal Auditor's 2019 Emerging Leaders.

Mrs. Sweeney is a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), the Association of Local Government Auditors (ALGA), and the Institute of Internal Controls (IIC). Mrs. Sweeney has previously served on the Awards Program Committee and currently serves on the Long-Term Conference Planning Committee for ALGA. 

 

Phone: 916-808-2310

Email: JPSweeney@cityofsacramento.org

 

Kevin Christensen, CFE - Kevin Christensen joined the Office of the City Auditor in October 2019. Prior to joining the City of Sacramento, Mr. Christensen served as a Senior Performance Auditor for the City of San Diego City Auditor's Office. While working for the City of San Diego, Mr. Christensen led audits on the City's development permitting programs, business incentive programs, and risk management programs. Mr. Christensen also served as an Investigator for the City of San Diego City Attorney's Office where he investigated lawsuits alleging fraud, professional malpractice, false billings, and unfair business practices.

Mr. Christensen graduated with a Juris Doctor from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Denver. Mr. Christensen is also a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

Mr. Christensen is a member of the Association of Local Government Auditors (ALGA) where he serves on the Advocacy Committee. Mr. Christensen has been recognized by ALGA with Distinguished Knighton Awards in 2021 and 2023.

 

Phone: 916-808-4743

Email: KMChristensen@cityofsacramento.org

Senior Fiscal Policy Analysts

Joyce Chih, CIA - Joyce Chih joined the City Auditor's Office in December 2018. Prior to joining the City of Sacramento, Ms. Chih interned at the Export-Import Bank in Washington D.C. working on export finance research and international comparative policy.

Ms. Chih graduated with a Master of International Affairs from the University of California, San Diego's School of Global Policy and Strategy. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies, with a focus in Economics and a minor in Business. Ms. Chih is also a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

Ms. Chih is a member of the Association of Local Government Auditors and the Institute of Internal Auditors. Ms. Chih currently serves on the Association of Local Government Auditors' Publications Committee as the Assistant Editor.

 

Phone: 916-808-5341

Email: JChih@cityofsacramento.org

 

Vacant - 2 FTE

Fiscal Policy Analysts

Chevelle Jackson - Chevelle Jackson joined the City Auditor's Office in December 2018. Ms. Jackson previously worked in the Finance Department for the City of Sacramento. Prior to joining the City of Sacramento, Ms. Jackson worked for Summit Funding, Inc. and State Street Bank. Ms. Jackson has several years of experience in mortgage, investment, and governmental accounting.

Ms. Jackson holds a Master of Science in Accountancy from California State University, Sacramento. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Spanish from the University of California, Davis.

Ms. Jackson is a member of the Association of Local Government Auditors and was recognized with their Distinguished Knighton Award in 2023.

 

Phone: 916-808-7175

Email: CJJackson@cityofsacramento.org

 

Parinaz Nejatie, CFE - Parinaz Nejatie joined the City Auditor's Office in August 2022. Ms. Nejatie previously worked within various public organizations such as Humber College, Ontario Dental Association, and the Ministry of the Attorney General. Prior to joining the City of Sacramento, Ms. Nejatie worked as an accountant and business process consultant for local start-ups.

Ms. Nejatie holds a Master of Business Administration from California State University, Stanislaus. Her undergraduate studies focused on Accounting, Business Administration, and philosophy/ethics.

 

Phone: 916-808-2332

Email: PNejatie@cityofsacramento.org

 

Ricardo Sanchez Molinero - Ricardo Sanchez Molinero joined the City Auditor's Office in July 2023. Prior to joining the City of Sacramento, Mr. Sanchez Molinero worked for a tax consulting firm where he focused on government offered tax credits and incentives.

Mr. Sanchez Molinero holds a Master of Science in Agricultural and Resource Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Managerial Economics from the University of California, Davis.

 

Phone: 916-808-1233

Email: RSanchezMolinero@cityofsacramento.org

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