Senior Auditor - CSU Chancellor's Office

Senior Auditor - CSU Chancellor's Office

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Senior Auditor | California State University Chancellor's Office. Another Source is partnering with the California State University (CSU) Chancellor's Office to recruit a Senior Auditor to join their team. This is an opportunity for you to lead full‑scope audits across the nation's largest four‑year public university system. You'll conduct financial and operational audits, evaluate internal controls, present findings to leadership, and serve as a key liaison to CSU campuses— all within a collaborative, mission‑driven environment.

Location:

Hybrid in Long Beach, CA (3 days onsite / 2 remote).

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The California State University (CSU) is the nation's largest four‑year public university system, serving nearly 460,000 students across 23 campuses. The Office of the Chancellor provides system‑wide leadership and strategic oversight to ensure student success, academic excellence, and operational integrity. The Audit and Advisory Services department plays a critical role in evaluating risk, strengthening internal controls, and promoting accountability across the CSU system.

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Under general direction, the Senior Auditor conducts reviews of assigned organizational and functional activities. The Senior Auditor evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of management controls and determines whether organizational units are performing their planning, accounting, custodial, or control activities in compliance with management instructions, CSU policies and procedures, and professional standards. This role occasionally assists in audit program development and periodically supervises the work of others.

Anticipated hiring range: up to $110,000 annually, depending on experience.

• Survey functions and activities in assigned areas to determine the nature of operations and adequacy of internal controls.
• Assist in planning the scope, objectives, and direction of audit engagements.
• Document client processes and identify key control points.
• Conduct interviews and obtain, analyze, and evaluate evidentiary data.
• Assess system effectiveness using knowledge of business systems including financial, procurement, engineering, and operational environments.
• Prepare work papers and reports in accordance with departmental standards and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards.
• Present audit findings to management and recommend corrective actions to improve operations and reduce risk.
• Prepare formal written reports expressing opinions on control adequacy and operational effectiveness.
• Maintain professional competency through continuing education and knowledge sharing.
• Assist with special reviews and consulting engagements as requested by the Vice Chancellor and Chief Audit Officer.
• Direct, counsel, and instruct new staff and team members assigned to audit engagements.
• Review work for accuracy, completeness, and sufficiency of scope.
• Assist in developing practical audit programs including:
  • Background research
  • Risk identification and assessment
  • Definition of audit scope and methodology
  • Development of resource materials

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited four‑year college or university.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in internal or external auditing.
• Progress toward CPA or CIA certification required.
• CPA or CIA certification highly desired.
• Thorough knowledge of auditing principles, practices, and standards (IIA standards).
• Strong understanding of internal control principles and fund accounting.
• Knowledge of business systems including financial, procurement, and operational systems.
• Broad knowledge of information technology systems and concepts.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret CSU policy, procedures, and applicable state/federal laws.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to lead…