Office of Independent Internal Audit
Promoting Accountability, Transparency, and Excellence in DeKalb County Government
What We Do
- Performance Audits: Assess program effectiveness, economy, and efficiency and, depending on the audit objectives, may also evaluate relevant internal controls—including financial controls—and compliance.
- IT Audits: Evaluate technology controls, cybersecurity, data integrity, and system reliability.
- Contract Pre-Award Reviews: Assess proposed contracts for adequate support, compliance, and cost-effectiveness before award.
- Follow-up Reviews: Monitor implementation of agreed-upon audit recommendations.
- Risk Assessments: Identify areas of highest risk to County operations.
Why Independence Matters
The Office of Independent Internal Audit operates with complete independence from county management, ensuring objective assessments that serve the public interest. This independence is essential for maintaining public trust and accountability in government operations.
Chief Audit Executive
Lavois Campbell, CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA
Mr. Campbell is a highly accomplished audit executive with more than 27 years of progressive experience in government auditing, internal audit leadership, fraud investigation, forensic accounting, information systems auditing, risk management, and consulting. His career spans public- and private-sector organizations in three countries and includes increasingly responsible leadership roles managing complex audits, investigations, consulting engagements, and multidisciplinary audit teams.
As Chief Audit Executive, Mr. Campbell provides strategic direction and executive leadership for the Office of Independent Internal Audit. He oversees enterprise-wide risk assessments, risk-based audit planning, operational and information technology audits, contract reviews, quality assurance, staff development, budgeting, and the office’s overall administration. He has strengthened audit methodologies and quality processes, expanded the use of data analytics, improved the clarity and effectiveness of audit reporting, and developed practical tools and training to enhance organizational performance.
Mr. Campbell has directed reviews involving billions of dollars in public expenditures, identified substantial cost-saving opportunities, and conducted complex fraud investigations that contributed to the recovery of misappropriated funds and assets. His combination of executive leadership, extensive government experience, financial expertise, information technology knowledge, and internationally recognized professional certifications enables him to provide independent, objective, and insightful assurance that strengthens accountability, improves operations, and promotes integrity in DeKalb County government.
Professional Certifications
- CIA: Certified Internal Auditor
- CFE: Certified Fraud Examiner
- CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor
- CPA: Certified Professional Accountant
- COSO: Internal Control Certificate Recipient
Our Commitment
Mr. Campbell is passionate about the office's mission to provide independent, objective, and insightful assessment of DeKalb County's operations, promoting efficiency, effectiveness, and integrity in government.
Our Mission, Our Promise, and Our Vision
We provide independent, objective, and insightful assessment of DeKalb County's policies, programs, and operations to promote efficiency, effectiveness, and integrity in government.
Through financial audits, performance audits, investigations, and reviews, we deliver comprehensive oversight that ensures taxpayer dollars are used responsibly, and government programs achieve their intended purposes.
Excellence in our products and services as we promote positive change throughout DeKalb County with an inspired team that strives for continuous improvement.
One DeKalb. One Mission. One Future.
Contact Information
DeKalb County Office of Independent Internal Audit
1300 Commerce Drive, 3rd Floor, Decatur, GA 30030
Public Records Requests
All audit reports are public records available upon request in accordance with Georgia Open Records Act.
Email: larlequin@dekalbcountyga.gov
Reporting Concerns
To report suspected fraud, waste, or abuse, contact our office directly.
Email: OIIA@dekalbcountyga.gov