Investigative Auditor Iii, Department Of Justice

Investigative Auditor III
INVESTIGATIVE AUDITOR III, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

$6,646.00 - $8,740.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/25/2026

Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference? Interested in the prospect of analyzing financial documents to detect skimming, money laundering or other illegal banking activities? The Bureau of Gambling Control is looking for talented and motivated Investigative Auditors to travel throughout the state performing on-site evaluations of financial records of gambling establishments including, but not limited to:

• Reviews of gambling establishment’s internal control systems, cage accountability, revenue determination, credit policies, player bank and chip liability, accounts/vendors payable, taxes, personnel/payroll, purchasing/contracts and compliance procedures.
• Extensive reviews of the Tribal casinos' internal control systems, revenue determination and compliance procedures according to the State of California, and policies, rules and regulations of the Gambling Control Act and/or State Tribal Gaming Compacts.

The Investigative Auditor III (IA III) works under the general supervision of the Investigative Auditor IV (Supervisor) and conducts complex audit assignments and financial investigations, such as:

• Reviews and analyzes documents such as financial statements, general ledgers, subsidiary ledgers, Security Exchange Commission reports, bank statements, income tax returns and other documents.
• Performs technical analysis to ascertain the existence of skimming, money laundering and other illegal activities; conducts the more complex responsibilities and duties related to audits of financial records of persons who hold any financial or management interest in a gambling establishment, or persons who have applied for a gambling license under the provisions of the Gambling Control Act.

This position may also act as Auditor-In-Charge of assignments including, but not limited to:

• Business and Individual background investigations and reviews of financial reports and operations for license renewals.
• May aid and instruct audit teams in completing analyses of complex financial transactions, utilizing forensic accounting skills, and identifying unlawful and non-compliant activities and operations; prepare audit work papers and schedules, along with detailed reports in order to document the investigation.
• Provides recommendations to management; leads entrance and exit conferences of different types of audits as well as interviews gambling establishment personnel; communicates with internal and external stakeholders via email and/or phone.
• Utilize computer programs to analyze and organize financial data and draw sound conclusions; accesses and maintains audit date and files, record audit hours and prepares audit reports and ensures that audit findings are properly explained.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement
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DOJ has adopted telework for employees who can effectively perform their essential work functions remotely. After an initial training period, this position may allow for some hybrid telework opportunities. All telework schedules are based on current conditions and may be re-evaluated as conditions change.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INVESTIGATIVE AUDITOR III, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

INVESTIGATIVE AUDITOR III, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE $6,646.00 - $8,740.00 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:

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

Day

Work Week:

Monday to Friday

• This position is in the Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Gambling Control, Audits and Compact Compliance Section, located in Los Angeles.
• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
• Personal Leave Program:
  Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reduction sin exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions…