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Independent Auditor (I/II/Associate)

San Diego Association of Governments

San Diego, CA • On-site, Remote

$61K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Salary: $61,193.60 - $115,356.80 Annually
Location : 1011 Union Street, San Diego
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Department: Office of the Independent Performance Auditor
Division: Office of the Independent Performance Auditor
Opening Date: 04/29/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description
Role
Under the general direction of the Deputy Independent Performance Auditor, the Independent Auditor performs and assists with audits and reviews of SANDAG activities and programs. OIPA predominantly conducts performance audits.
*Two Independent Auditor positions are available, depending on the experience of the candidate, these positions will be filled at the I/II/Associate level. *
SANDAG Independent Performance Audit Function
On January 1, 2018, a new California Assembly Bill (AB 805) required the creation of the Audit Committee and an Independent Performance Auditor (IPA) position and the Office of the Independent Performance Auditor (OIPA).
Under general administrative direction of the Board of Directors and Audit Committee, OIPA has the authority to conduct performance audits of all departments, offices, boards, activities, and programs of the consolidated agency SANDAG. Performance audits are conducted in compliance with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS). OIPA also reviews compliance with the agency's administrative policies, procedures, and local, state and federal regulations including reviews of funding, revenue streams, capital programs, expenditures, enterprise risk management, public bid process, transportation, and other regional planning programs and initiatives that impact the region.
OIPA serves as the Board of Directors' oversight function that objectively evaluates and recommends improvements to SANDAG operations. OIPA is also the official body of SANDAG to investigate allegations of potential fraud, waste, abuse, and gross mismanagement identified by SANDAG staff or other stakeholders. OIPA prioritizes its efforts through an annual objective risk assessment and by continually monitoring concerns and trends from the Whistleblower Hotline Program.
Job Responsibilities
  • Perform and assist with performance audits and reviews assigned by the IPA and Deputy IPA.
  • Perform and/or assist in reviewing laws, policies, best practices, regulations, contracts, and previous audit reports; perform interviews with appropriate officials, representatives, and contractors.
  • Prepare detailed audit work programs, including determining the appropriate audit procedures to achieve audit objectives, and ensuring procedures and analytical techniques are in accordance with established generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS).
  • Prepare audit work papers, documenting test results and observations of operations and activities during audit field work.
  • Aid in investigations in response to allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, gross mismanagement, and significant issues of non-compliance with laws, regulations, and agency policies and procedures.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality, independence, and objectivity throughout the audit and/or investigation process.
  • Communicate the preliminary audit issues identified with appropriate SANDAG staff to request additional information and/or validate the results of audit testing.
  • Prepare and/or assist in the preparation of audit reports for complex organizational issues, summarizing results of fieldwork and recommended solutions to issues or problems identified during an audit.
  • Prepare meeting materials and work with OIPA and SANDAG staff to schedule audit entrance and exit conferences, and other meetings as directed.
  • Participate in the preparation of administrative functions, services, and programs as directed by the IPA and Deputy IPA.

Typical Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree with major course work in public or business administration, public policy, accounting, finance, or a related field. A master's degree is highly desirable.
  • One to three years of increasingly professional auditing experience in the areas of administration, operations, finance, performance or management, preferably for a public agency.
  • Possession of a professional certification such as Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Internal Auditor, etc., is desirable.
  • Familiarity with the standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Government Auditing Standards and the Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
  • Knowledge of practices and procedures of enterprise and governmental program accounting, including cost and project accounting and methods of financial control and reporting.
  • Experience working with a Whistleblower Hotline and assisting with investigations is preferred.
  • Experience completing assignments that involve researching, analyzing, and synthesizing information into written summaries, reports, or recommendations.
  • Knowledge of financial, statistical, comparative tools, and software used for statistical analysis, data management, and data analytics.
  • Experience analyzing and reviewing documents, data sets, and processes with a detail-oriented and analytical eye; experience updating and maintaining project databases, files, and records, including data documentation.
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency with the Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel, and familiarity with auditing software.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and work on several projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to work discreetly and independently.
  • Ability to communicate with various audiences using exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrate a clear understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality and independence; ability to exercise discretion and diplomacy when handling confidential information.
  • The final candidate selected for this position must successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check and credit check.

First review of applications: May 13, 2026
Expected start date: July 2026
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including:
  • Hybrid work options
  • Pay-for-performance merit increases
  • Retirement - Defined Benefit Plan with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • Retirement - 457 Defined Contribution Plan with Voya
  • Excellent health insurance options for employees and their eligible dependents
  • Free dental and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents
  • Education Assistance of up to $5,250 a year for regular employees
  • Free transit pass for use throughout the San Diego region, bus, Rapid Express, Trolley, and COASTER
  • Paid time off including 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, generous paid time off (PTO) per year, depending on length of service

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SANDAG employees are expected to live within the San Diego region and work in-person in our San Diego office; there are hybrid work schedule options available. This position requires to work a 5/40 work schedule.This is not a fully remote position.Are you able and willing to adhere to the onsite and work schedule described above?
  • Yes
  • No

02
What is your highest level of education?
  • Some or no college
  • Associate's degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree
  • Law Degree
  • Other

03
Do you have a certification in one of the following?
  • Certified Public Accountant
  • Certified Fraud Examiner
  • Certified Internal Auditor
  • Certified Government Auditing Professional
  • Certified Government Finance Manager
  • Other
  • None

04
How many years of increasingly professional auditing experience do you have?
  • One to Two Years
  • Two to Three Years
  • Three to Four Years
  • Four Plus Years

05
Please describe your professional auditing experience. Specifically in the areas of performance auditing, preferably for a public agency and in compliance with government auditing standards.
06
The final candidate selected for this position must successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check and credit check. Periodic re-checking of criminal background history will be a condition of employment. Are you able to comply with this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No

07
This employer does not participate in the federal E-Verify program. Employment is contingent upon the employee's ability to provide documentation verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by federal law.Will you now or will you in the future require employment visa sponsorship?
  • Yes
  • No

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