Auditor

California Franchise Tax Board; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

California Franchise Tax Board in Sacramento is seeking an Auditor to perform field audits of political entities under the Political Reform Act. You will learn the program and conduct audits of books and records, prepare IFLAC work papers, and ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

Under supervision, you will handle sampling for audit testing, schedule field appointments, and travel statewide. The role is in-office with responsibilities extending up to 24 months or potential permanency.

Qualifications

• Experience with general accounting or auditing and reconciliations.
• Experience within financial services (loan, banking, mortgages, etc.).
• Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical skills, good judgment.
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply audit mandates.
• Knowledge of the California political process and filing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct least-to-moderately complex field audits of books and records.
• Correspond with filers and determine compliance with the Act.
• Prepare audit reports and IFLAC work papers; incorporate review notes.
• Schedule field audits and may require statewide travel/overnight trips.
• Access filing systems to retrieve information and document findings clearly.

Skills

Auditing

General accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Reconciliations

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description And Duties

The salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect reductions in pay in accordance with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave Program. http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

The salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect reductions in pay in accordance with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program. http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

The Political Reform Audit Program conducts audits of political entities as required by the Political Reform Act. These entities include candidates for legislative, constitutional, local, and judicial offices; statewide measure and general purpose committees; as well as lobbying firms and lobbying employers.

Under the general supervision of the Administrator I, Political Reform Audit Section, incumbent will learn all aspects of the Political Reform Audit Program and perform least-to-moderately complex field audits of books and records supporting candidates’ and committees filed statements and reports, their controlled committees and other committees filed under the Political Reform Act of 1974. The incumbent corresponds with filers and/or their representatives, determines compliance with the Act and applicable regulations and prepares audit reports for completed cases.

Responsibilities include electronically accessing filing systems maintained by the Secretary of State or local filing offices to retrieve information, downloads, and copies of submitted filings. All work must be neat, clearly cross-referenced, and easily understood by management and external enforcement agencies.

The incumbent selects appropriate samples for audit testing and schedules field appointments, which may require statewide travel and overnight trips of up to five days. Field audit work includes reviewing electronically transmitted source documents, physical records, and materials obtained from third parties. The incumbent analyzes data, develops facts and evidence, and forms technically sound conclusions supported by applicable laws, regulations, guidance, and original documentation. Information, Facts, Law, Analysis, and Conclusion (IFLAC) work papers are prepared to support all determinations, and team lead review notes are incorporated into subsequent work. Some caseloads must be completed within statutory deadlines, and all cases require timely submission. When material findings are identified, the incumbent prepares audit reports consistent with departmental standards for public release.

Position may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

Additional positions may become available (RPA 2627-00256).

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-537521

Position #(s):

564-141-4362-XXX

Working Title:

Auditor

Classification:

TAX AUDITOR, FRANCHISE TAX BOARD

$4,695.00 - $6,173.00 A

$5,805.00 - $7,632.00 B

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with general accounting or auditing (reconciliations, month-end closing, journal entries, maintenance of account funds, etc.)
• Experience within the financial services (loan officer, banking, mortgages, etc.)
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to use good judgment when analyzing data and situations, draw sound conclusions, and take effective action
• Ability to maintain confidentiality for cases with inherent sensitivity
• Experience with receiving and using data and information in an electronic format
• Experience analyzing and interpreting laws, legislation, and/or regulations
• Knowledge of the California political process and the filing requirements for candidates and committees
• Knowledge of the Political Reform Act and Regulations
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply audit authority and mandates using available resources
• Demonstrates strong organization and time management skills
• Client relations/customer service experience
• Ability to accept and utilize constructive feedback
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment to create the best audit product
• Experience preparing comprehensive written documents by evaluating and analyzing data to support findings and recommendations and presenting it to others
• Experience in preparing and delivering presentations to individuals or groups
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and dependability
• Ability to remain flexible and open in response to changing priorities and workloads to meet critical deadlines
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and proactive
• Proficiency in MS Office ( Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Knowledge of FTB’s organization, programs, policies, procedures, systems, or equivalent experience
• Graduation from college with an emphasis in Accounting

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

[phone]

Hiring Unit Contact:

Devonne Vanek

[phone]

[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Reasonable Accommodation Unit

[phone]

[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Final Filing Date: 11/16/2026