Staff Services Management Auditor

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. 

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. 

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Staff Services Management Auditor 

Under close supervision provided by a Senior Management Auditor, you will learn and develop appropriate skills and methods related to a variety of engagements (audits, attestations, and/or reviews) for compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. This is a training and development classification.

Duties performed:

• Review and analyze the accounts and records of the auditee to determine compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Perform audits in an independent manner in order to fulfill contractual agreements; and statutory and constitutional responsibilities, using software such as Microsoft Office and TeamMate.
• Document engagement results using clear and concise language that supports work performed and related findings. Develop appropriate recommendations for corrective action based on competent findings.
• Learn and apply SCO’s Engagement Manual policies, specific program procedures, and protocols, professional auditing standards, and common auditing techniques.
• Assist in planning and completing assignments effectively within predetermined budgeted hours.
• Advise the auditor-in-charge and/or Senior Management Auditor of the engagement progress, potential issues, and other factors affecting the timeliness of the engagements and issuance of the engagement reports.

Requirements to be eligible to apply:

Take the required examination here: Staff Services Management Auditor Examination

Make sure you meet the Minimum Qualifications  (Applicants must possess the equivalent to graduation from college, with a minimum of 6 units of accounting coursework completed)

How to apply:

To apply for this position, you must do so through CalCareers, the official designation for all of State of California jobs. 

Need help? Email our SCO Recruitment team to learn more and get insight on navigating the state application process! SCORecruiter@sco.ca.gov