All investigations will be conducted in confidence insofar as reasonably possible. The name(s) of those communicating information and the name(s) of those suspected of a fraudulent act are confidential. Names are only revealed when required by law in conjunction with the investigation or legal action.
City Auditor FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is reporting fraud, waste, or abuse confidential?
How can I report fraud, waste, or abuse of city government resources?
There are three methods to report fraud, waste, or abuse. You can call the hotline, fill out the form, or send us a letter.
Mail us a letter:
ATTN: City Auditor’s Office Fraud Hotline
1201 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
What does the City Auditor do?
The City Auditor’s Office examines City operations to identify opportunities to:
- Reduce costs
- Increase efficiency, quality, and effectiveness
- Improve the management of a City function, program, service, or policy
What is the difference between the City’s internal and external auditors?
The City’s external auditors are not part of the City. External Auditors will only look at the City’s financial statements. They independently determine if the City followed accounting principles.
By contrast, internal auditors are part of the City. Their scope of work involves more than financial review and oversight. Their work involves both financial and non-financial aspects of City operations. An internal auditor aims to improve operations, risk management, internal controls, and governance.
Why do we have an internal City Auditor?
On November 2, 2010, voters approved an amendment to the City Charter. The amendment added the position of City Auditor. The Office assists City Council and citizens by ensuring that City departments are accountable, transparent, and cost-effective.
Who does the City Auditor report to?
The City Auditor is appointed by and reports to the City Council through an Audit Committee.
The Audit Committee is comprised of four City Council members. The committee guides and oversees the City Auditor’s Office in the performance of its responsibilities.
How does the City Auditor decide which departments, programs, or services to audit?
Departments are selected for audits based on the Annual Audit Plan that is approved by the Audit Committee. This plan is based on requests from City Council, the City Manager, and a risk assessment performed by the City Auditor’s Office. The audit plan may be amended during the year, with the approval of the Audit Committee and with written notice of the change to the full City Council.
Being an internal department, how does the City Auditor’s Office maintain its independence?
Internal auditors exercise independence when they give an impartial and unbiased assessment during the course of their work. This independence is maintained by reporting directly to the Audit Committee of the City Council. Additionally, all auditors individually certify annually that no impairments to independence exist for the audits assigned.
Who audits the internal auditor?
Government Auditing Standards (GAS) requires that audit organizations have an external peer review of their auditing, attestation engagement and non-auditing practices every three years. The review provides reasonable assurance that the City Auditor’s Office has an adequate internal quality control system and that work performed is in compliance with GAS.
About Us
The City Auditor's Office ensures that our local government is transparent and accountable.
Contact Information
Address: 1201 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Email: cityauditor@cctexas.com
Phone: (361) 826-3661
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