Auditor: III

Auditor
Pay Rate $55.00/hour to $69.47/hour
Duration 4 -6 months
Location San Diego, CA - This position is designated as full - time onsite. Monday through Thursday, Friday Remote
This is still a 4-6 month long contract, onsite 4 days a week downtown. Hiring Manager would like someone who has supported one of the Big 4 Accounting Firms, Fortune 500, or a public company.
Plus for having a Certified Fraud Examiner or Fraud Investigation certification.
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Auditor who can step into an active internal audit team with minimal ramp up. This role requires someone who can work independently, think critically, and execute audit work end to end - not a candidate who needs step by step direction or is limited to task level support.
Required background
. Prior internal audit experience (corporate or firm-based) . Experience performing SOX or operational audits (SOX exposure is a plus, not required) . Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; equivalent internal audit experience may substitute . Professional certifications (CPA, CIA, CFE) preferred but not required
What this person must be able to do independently:
. Quickly understand audit objectives and context by reviewing audit plans, prior workpapers, and standard templates . Execute assigned audit procedures with limited supervision, including:
o Process walkthroughs
o Control design and operating effectiveness testing o Substantive testing where applicable . Apply judgment to identify risks, control gaps, and potential fraud considerations - and know when issues require escalation or expanded testing . Produce review ready workpapers that clearly document procedures performed, evidence obtained, and conclusions reached (minimal rework expected) . Communicate professionally and efficiently with:
o Business/process owners during walkthroughs and testing o Audit leads regarding status, issues, and risks . Work effectively within established tools and timelines, adapting to existing templates, audit methodology, and team standards without hand holding . Take ownership of assigned work, meet deadlines, and actively reduce oversight burden on managers and leads
Beyond standard Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), experience with the following systems is beneficial but not required:
SAP - navigation and data extraction for audit purposes AuditBoard (or similar audit management tools) - workpapers, testing, issue tracking Power BI - ability to review or leverage dashboards/reports for audit analysis

Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.