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The City Auditor's Office was established by the City Charter. Today it consists of ten professional employees and a very busy administrative services coordinator.

We are committed to providing professional, independent auditing services to City agencies; in order to promote:

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  • Full financial accountability
  • Efficiency and effectiveness of operations and programs
  • Compliance with relevant laws and regulations

Under the guidance of the City's Audit Committee, the audit staff helps support management's internal control structures. Thereby, the office assists the City Council and the City Administration in achieving their goals and objectives.

We are dedicated not only to the City as a whole, but also to the professional and personal development of our staff. Toward this end, we offer both a Career Path to help guide professional growth and on-going educational opportunities.

Please browse through our Web site. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact us directly:

E-mail: askcityauditor@richmondgov.com
Telephone:(804) 646-5616
Fax: (804) 646-2230

We do welcome suggestions for improving this site; please do not hesitate to contact us. And if you travel to Richmond, VA, please feel free to stop in for a visit at City Hall, Room 806, 900 E. Broad Street – we’ll give you the full tour!

Umesh V. Dalal, City Auditor
Internal Auditor for the City of Richmond

Use the City's internal audit office - we're here to help!

TOP 10 SUGGESTIONS FOR A SMOOTHER AUDIT
  • Make sure you have up-to-date policies and procedures
  • Ensure authorization limits are communicated to your department
  • Ensure all assets are safeguarded at all times
  • Establish document control
  • Ensure approval signatures are visible on all required documentation
  • Make sure data is only accessible by authorized personnel
  • Understand your department’s risks
  • Ensure adherence to City Code and to Departmental Policies and Procedures
  • Establish objectives and measures for your department and for major programs
  • Track performance to evaluate your success!

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