Audit Manager

The Compliance Audits Bureau primarily performs field audits of local governmental agencies to ensure adherence to specific regulatory requirements. Examples include: audits of court revenue remittances to the State Treasurer, mandate d cost claim audits, and audits of methods employed by counties to apportion and allocate property tax revenues.


Under general direction provided by the Bureau Chief (Supervising Management Auditor), the Senior Management Auditor will plan, organize, and direct the work of a group of audit teams performing a variety of engagements (audits, attestations, and/or reviews) and will supervise a large audit team conducting sensitive and complex engagements.


Duties and Responsibilities:
(Candidates must perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations.)


Audit Tasks:
• Provide field supervision and on-the-job training of staff members.
• Review audit reports and work papers for accuracy, clarity, and support; and conformance with professional auditing standards, SCO's Engagement Manual, and other program requirements.
• Determine if audit production goals are being met, and make or recommend changes to the Bureau Chief.


Audit-Related Tasks:
• Evaluate workload and assign resources to accomplish audit objectives.
• Develop an annual work plan and annual workload budget. Monitor the plan monthly.
• Provide guidance and direction and participate in the audit planning process.
• Evaluate and determine the resources required to meet the State Controller's constitutional audit obligations.
• Conduct research of complex audit issues utilizing various resources such as state and federal law, state administrative procedures, codes, legislation, etc.
• Initiate changes to the audit programs as a result of legislation, regulations, state and federal laws, legal opinions, etc.
• Perform other special projects as required.


Staff Performance:
• Evaluate staff members work performance and prepare evaluation reports.
• Provide consultative services to staff members regarding the most complex audit and/or compliance issues.
• Identify types of training needs for each staff member.
• Ensure that staff members receive identified training needs. Conduct performance evaluations.


Administrative Tasks:
• Monitor and review staff attendance reports.
• Analyze legislation and prepare bill analysis as needed.
• Assess available funding and need for budget change proposals.
• Draft legal opinion requests as needed.
• Prepare correspondence and other documents as needed.
• Providing briefings and make presentations to the SCO Executive Office, government officials, and other entities as applicable.


You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
Travel will be required to conduct audits, meet with auditees, or attend meetings/conferences.

This position is located at The Park, a quaint and historical campus environment two blocks from McKinley Park, in the heart of residential East Sacramento. Easily accessible from US 50 and I-80, The Park offers free parking, quick walks to local restaurant favorites, and countless lunchtime strolling opportunities through the quiet East Sacramento neighborhood.

This position is eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the State Controller's Office policies.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees' monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.


Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR MANAGEMENT AUDITOR

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-524121


Position #(s):
051-640-4161-053

Working Title:
Audit Manager


Classification:
SENIOR MANAGEMENT AUDITOR $8,265.00 - $10,785.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.


# of Positions:
1


Work Location:
Sacramento County


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Facility:
Division of Audits


Department Information
The Office of the State Controller (SCO) is the destination employer within the State of California. As California's chief fiscal officer, the Controller's Office ensures accountability and transparency of California's financial practices while promoting fairness and opportunity for all. Here, you'll work in a collaborative and supportive environment with diverse opportunities for professional growth and development. A career with the SCO offers meaningful work that directly impacts the state's future.

The Division of Audits (AUD) at the California State Controller's Office is dedicated to promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity in the use of public funds. This division conducts financial and compliance audits of state and local government agencies, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are spent appropriately and effectively. As part of this team, you'll play a key role in identifying areas for improvement, detecting fraud, and helping government programs operate more efficiently. Join a team where your work directly contributes to the trust and accountability that Californians expect from their government.

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Special Requirements
A copy of your degree, transcripts, or degree evaluation is required for all applications. Applications submitted without the educational requirements may not be considered.

A resume is required.

A Statement of Qualifications is required; please see 'Required Application Package Documents' for instructions.

Take the required examination here: Senior Management Auditor Examination


Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 7/22/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).


How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:


Address for Mailing Application Packages


You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:


State Controller's Office
Human Resources
Attn: Human Resources Office - P.S.
300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300


Sacramento , CA 95814


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:


State Controller's Office
Human Resources
Human Resources Office - P.S.
300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300


Sacramento , CA 95814
Applications dropped off in person must be received by 5 p.m. in HR, by the final filing date.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM


Required Application Package Documents


The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - The SOQ is an opportunity for the candidate to communicate their experiences that qualifies them for this position, it should be clear and concise with each item numbered and addressed individually in the same order as listed below. The SOQ should be no longer than two pages (8 ½ x 11), single-spaced with one-inch margins, in 12-pt font (Calibri, Arial, or Times New Roman), and should demonstrate your training, experience, abilities and skills in the following:
  
  
  1. Planning, organizing and/or leading complex and time sensitive audits, assignments, or projects.
  2. Working with team members to identify, brainstorm, develop, and implement process recommendations and/or changes.
  3. Using delegation effectively to achieve goals, mentor/train, and for succession planning.
  
  
  A notation or reference to other materials, such as a resume or applications will not be considered as a substitute for the SOQ. Applications received without all required documents may not be considered.
  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.


Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Driver's License
• Exceptional leadership qualities, with the ability to motivate, mentor, encourage, and facilitate cooperation, teamwork, and pride.
• Knowledge of effective change management, planning, organizing, directing, and engaging a team of professional auditors.
• Possession of excellent organization, time management, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to act independently with integrity, and be open-minded, flexible, and tactful.
• Ability to mitigate risk and think strategically.
• Broad knowledge of various federal, state, local laws, rules, policies and procedures.
• Ability to use good judgment when analyzing data and situations, draw sound conclusions, and take effective actions.
• Flexible, and willingness to thrive in an environment of change, pressure, and deadlines, while providing results.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience presenting before executive management team, elected officials, and local agency administrators.
• Experience collaborating with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong foundation in accounting and auditing.
• Keen understanding of government accounting theory, principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of internal control standards.
• Strong PC skills, including, Microsoft Office applications, Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.



Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Division of Audits Recruitment
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Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
SCO EEO Contact
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Education Requirement


A copy of your degree, transcripts, or degree evaluation is required for all applications. Applications submitted without the educational requirements may not be considered.


Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.


It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.