Audit Manager

Overview Compliance Audits Bureau performs field audits of local governmental agencies to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. Audits include court revenue remittances to the State Treasurer, mandated cost claim audits, and methods used by counties to apportion and allocate property tax revenues. Duties and Responsibilities Audit Tasks Provide field supervision and on‑job training of staff members. Review audit reports and work papers for accuracy, clarity, and support; ensure conformance with professional auditing standards, SCO’s Engagement Manual, and program requirements. Determine if audit production goals are being met and recommend changes to the Bureau Chief. Audit‑Related Tasks Evaluate workload and assign resources to accomplish audit objectives. Develop an annual work plan and workload budget; monitor the plan monthly. Provide guidance, direction, and participate in the audit planning process. Determine the resources required to meet the State Controller’s constitutional audit obligations. Conduct research of complex audit issues utilizing state and federal laws, administrative procedures, codes, and legislation. Initiate changes to audit programs as a result of legislation, regulations, or legal opinions. Perform other special projects as required. Staff Performance Evaluate staff work performance and prepare evaluation reports. Provide consultative services regarding complex audit and compliance issues. Identify and satisfy training needs for each staff member; conduct performance evaluations. Administrative Tasks Monitor and review staff attendance reports. Analyze legislation and prepare bill analysis as needed. Assess available funding and propose budget changes. Draft legal opinion requests as needed. Prepare correspondence and other documents as needed. Provide briefings and presentations to the SCO Executive Office, government officials, and other entities as applicable. Working Conditions Travel is required to conduct audits, meet with auditees, and attend meetings or conferences. The position is located at The Park, a historic campus in East Sacramento, and is eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code §14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. Minimum Requirements Minimum requirements can be found in the Class Specification for this position. Desirable Qualifications Driver’s License Exceptional leadership qualities, including the ability to motivate, mentor, encourage, and facilitate cooperation, teamwork, and pride. Knowledge of effective change management and the ability to plan, organize, direct, and engage a team of professional auditors. Excellent organization, time‐management, customer service, and interpersonal skills. Ability to act independently with integrity and be open‑minded, flexible, and tactful. Risk mitigation and strategic thinking. Broad knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, policies, and procedures. Judgment in data analysis and decision making. Flexibility and willingness to thrive in a changing environment and meet deadlines while delivering results. Strong communication skills. Experience presenting before executive management, elected officials, and local agency administrators. Experience collaborating with stakeholders at all levels. Strong foundation in accounting and auditing. Understanding of government accounting theory, principles, and practices. Knowledge of internal control standards. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR and CalPERS websites. 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 (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr