Vancouver, WA — The Clark County Auditor’s Office is accepting letters of interest from citizen volunteers who wish to serve on the county’s official Audit Oversight Committee, along with the County Auditor and a member of the County Council.

Responsibilities of the committee include:

• Recommending internal audit priorities.
• Reviewing and analyzing audit reports.
• Ensuring that management has initiated appropriate action in response to audit reports.
• Apprising county councilors of audit activities and results.
• Ensuring that no unreasonable restrictions are placed on auditors.
• Reviewing effectiveness of county financial and accounting functions through discussions with auditors.
• Coordinating internal audits with external audits to prevent duplication and maximize effectiveness.

The committee meets two to four times per year. In addition, committee members read draft audit reports and hold discussions with audit staff as needed.

Community members with backgrounds in auditing, accounting, finance, government, business operations or related experience are encouraged to submit letters summarizing their qualifications and reasons for serving. Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey will review the applicants and provide a list of nominees to the Clark County Council, who will make the appointment.

Letters may be sent by email to auditor@clark.wa.gov. They may also be mailed or delivered to Audit Services, 1300 Franklin St., Suite 575, P.O. Box 5000, Vancouver, WA 98666-5000.

Application deadline is 5 pm Friday, Dec.  22, 2023.

CONTACT:
Greg Kimsey, Clark County Auditor
564.397.2241