California State Auditor

About the role

The Joint Legislative Audit Committee is searching for qualified candidates to serve as the California State Auditor. The Auditor leads an office of approximately 200 professionals that performs California’s statewide single audit, statutorily mandated audits, and legislative‑requested audits, providing nonpartisan, accurate, balanced and timely assessments of state government financial and operational activities in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards.

Location: Sacramento, California.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the employees of the California State Auditor’s Office in fulfilling its mission.
• Conduct financial, performance and compliance audits of state and local government operations as provided by the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and statute.
• Present results of audits to legislators and legislative staff, and at legislative hearings.
• Report annually on California’s financial statements.
• Administer the California Whistleblower Protection Act.
• Administer the state and local government high‑risk audit programs.

Requirements

As provided in Government Code, Section 8543.3, the California State Auditor shall possess a combination of education and experience in auditing and management necessary to perform the duties of the office.

Skills

• Knowledge of government auditing standards, the California Whistleblower Protection Act, and laws related to California public employment.
• Knowledge of the organization and functions of California state government.
• Ability to work effectively with legislators, legislative staff, public officials, and staff of other state and public entities.
• Ability to provide the results of audits, verbally and in writing, in a fair and balanced manner.
• Familiarity with the State Auditor’s responsibilities related to implementing the application and selection process for the California Citizen Redistricting Commission.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and performing performance, financial, or compliance audits.
• Proven leadership skills.
• High degree of integrity.
• Objective, impartial and sound judgment.
• Strong communication skills.
• High degree of confidentiality for sensitive issues.
• Ability to think strategically.

Benefits

The State Auditor will receive a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

The monthly salary for the California State Auditor will be within the range of $20,587 – $21,204 (equivalent to up to $254,448 per year).