Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is a 5-member public board, mandated by County law that is responsible for: establishing an audit schedule for the coming year; monitoring the progress of ongoing audits; following up on audits previously completed; considering special audit requests or needs expressed by Council, the Executive or the Chief Financial Officer; preparing an annual performance appraisal of the Auditor for consideration by Council in its annual performance review; assisting the Auditor with any problems encountered in the execution of his duties, ensuring maximum cooperation between the work of the Auditor and the auditing needs of the Council, the Executive and external auditors; recommending to Council any staffing, equipment or office needs necessary for improving the operation of the Auditor's office; considering input from, and consulting with, when appropriate, the County Office of Finance; and establishing a peer review of the Office of the County Auditor at least every three (3) years;

The Audit Committee shall consist of five (5) members - all of whom possess the technical skills necessary to oversee the technical and complex financial reporting and audit process.

Such as individuals who are Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), Certified Internal Auditors (CIAs), Certified Government Financial Managers (CGFM's), Certified Information Systems Auditors (CISAs), or Certified Fraud Examiners (CFEs).

The members of the Committee will be appointed by County Council for terms of four (4)
years.

Please contact Bob Wasserbach for meeting schedule.

Bob Wasserbach
395-5279
bwasserbach@nccde.org