The general objectives of the Audit Department include;
- Review all accounts of Council to ensure full compliance of the relevant laws such as the (FAA, Parochial Rates, and Contractor’s Levy Acts;
- Ensure that there is transparency and accountability of public moneys and or other public properties;
- Ensure all records involving money are accurate and examines everything including expenditure vouchers, official receipts (used/un-used), transportation center books, general operations of the cashier area, bank reconciliation statements, salaries (fortnightly/monthly), pension documents, stock taking, leave entitlement and site visits;
- Ensures that the Council follows procurement and central government guidelines and alert’s the Council if fiscal reports are erroneous.
The department is staffed by an Internal Auditor who reports to the Secretary/Manager.