HHSA Contract Auditor

HHSA Contract Auditor (Health & Human Services Agency) Future Salary Increases

June 2027 – 3% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board)

As an HHSA Contract Auditor, you will plan, organize, direct and perform a wide variety of professional auditing duties and advisory services related to Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) service contracts. You will review and analyze financial records, management controls, policies, procedures, and reports; test claims, analyze contracts, validate financial documents, and assess contractors’ compliance with applicable laws and funding source regulations.

An ideal candidate should have a bachelor’s degree (or higher) in accounting, auditing, finance, public administration, or business administration, and prior experience in auditing/accounting with professional training in the field. Candidates should be self‑motivated, able to follow directions, possess strong interpersonal, reasoning, and writing skills, and demonstrate a firm basic understanding of auditing and accounting. Ability to analyze contract documents, research current laws and funding regulations, summarize findings concisely, pay strict attention to detail, and work independently or as part of a team is required.

Note:

Possession of one or more of the following certifications is highly desirable:
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Internal Auditor (CISA), Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or Certified Financial Manager (CFM).

The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate’s qualifications at time of appointment. Future salary increases are scheduled as indicated above.

All prospective candidates will undergo a background check, including fingerprinting, and a pre‑employment medical screening before beginning County employment. Additional background investigations may be conducted based on job‑related activities. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

Qualified applicants will be placed on a three‑month employment list based on scores from the supplemental questionnaire. Successful initial screening will result in a review of application information for accuracy and qualification confirmation.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job on a case‑by‑case basis.

The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers.

Under California Government Code Sections 3100‑3109, public employees are designated disaster service workers. The term “public employees” includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in disaster service activities as assigned by their employer or by law.