Internal Audit Charter

(Charter, Vision, and Mission)

Charter

Auditing is an independent and objective assurance and consulting activity that seeks to improve the operations of Guilford County. Internal Audit assists the County in accomplishing County objectives by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the County's governance, risk management, and internal control. 

Vision Statement 

To be a Team of Professionals who are helping to shape the future of Guilford County by partnering with our clients and customers to: 

• Be trusted advisors and consultants.

• Provided unbiased information, observations and perspectives based on data.

• Improve internal controls and processes.

• Be recognized as the champions of ethics and ethical behavior.

• Incorporate the concepts of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in all we do.

Mission Statement 

The mission of the Internal Audit Department is to:

• Provide the Audit Committee and Senior Management with independent, objective, data driven reviews and assessments of:
  • Internal Controls
  • Business Activities
  • Operations, and
  • Financial Systems

• Champion ethics and ethical behavior.

• Establish and enhance partnerships through process improvement projects and business process consulting.

We accomplish this mission as trusted advisors through conducting audits, reviews and consulting engagements.  Selection is based on a risk identification / risk assessment process, department management contributions, and other inputs.

Approval 

Approved by the Board of Commissioners Chair, Audit Committee Chair, County Manager and Director of Internal Audit on September 22, 2022.

Internal Audit Charter 2022