Office of Independent Internal Audit
Promoting Accountability, Transparency, and Excellence in DeKalb County Government
What We Do
- Financial Audits: Evaluate financial controls and compliance
- Performance Audits: Assess program effectiveness and efficiency
- Investigations: Review allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse
- Follow-up Reviews: Monitor implementation of audit recommendations
- Risk Assessment: 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.
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
Chief Audit Executive
Lavois Campbell, CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA
Mr. Campbell leads the Office of Independent Internal Audit with more than 22 years of progressive audit experience, including 19 years in government auditing and fraud investigation and 9 years in audit management and leadership.
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.
Public Records Requests
All audit reports are public records available upon request in accordance with Georgia Open Records Act.
Reporting Concerns
To report suspected fraud, waste, or abuse, contact our office directly.