GENERAL AUDITOR III

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

CalPERS pension

Vacation days

Sick leave

Professional Development Days

Personal Holiday

Pre-tax parking

Job summary

State of California seeks a General Auditor III to analyze the financial statements of Continuing Care Retirement Community providers, assess stability, and recommend corrective actions. The role covers both non-profit and for-profit CCRCs under the Division with a focus on rigorous financial review.

Qualified candidates will have strong accounting expertise, CPA or equivalent, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Desirable qualifications include professional certification in the financial field (CPA preferred).
• College degree in business administration with concentration in finance and/or accounting.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and research skills; ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Use a full range of financial management analyses to evaluate annual audited financial statements of CCRC providers.
• Assess financial stability and soundness and recommend actions as needed.
• Examine organizational, internal management, and financial operations of non-profit and for-profit CCRCs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Research skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration with finance/accounting

Certificate: CPA or equivalent ( CPA, Government Financial Manager, Internal Auditor, Financial Planner, Fraud Specialist/Examiner)

Job description

$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: 9/29/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Under the general direction of the Supervisor I, the General Auditor III (GA III) uses a full range of financial management analyses to evaluate the continuing care retirement community (CCRC) providers' annual audited financial statements to determine their financial stability and soundness and recommends plans of actions, as necessary. The GA III will also examine the organizational operation, internal management operation, and financial operation of both, non-profit and for-profit, CCRC providers and makes recommendations to resolve complex accounting and financial issues.

The Department of Social Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

Working Conditions: This work location is very convenient! The CDSS is located two blocks from the light rail and public transportation: within walking distance of the State Capitol, parks, restaurants, farmers’ markets and the Golden 1 Arena. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80. This position may be eligible for Hybrid work. In-person attendance is required based on the operational needs of the position and in accordance with Executive Order N-22-25 the Statewide Hybrid Telework Policy, Government Code section 14200, and any applicable department telework requirements. The successful candidate must reside in California at the time of appointment. Proof of California residency may be required. Regular commute is not compensable.

Minimum Requirements

• GENERAL AUDITOR III

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The mission of the California Department of Social Services is to serve, protect, and support the people of California experiencing need in ways that empower wellbeing and disrupt systemic inequities. The vision of the California Department of Social Services is to provide quality services with a commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable California where all people can thrive. We serve the most vulnerable people of California and our mission is to promote the health, safety, and quality of life of each person in community care through the administration of an effective and collaborative regulatory enforcement system.

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Accessibility. Belonging.

Community Engagement

We prioritize the lived experiences of community members as a driving force behind the creation, implementation, desired impact, or change of programs and services.

Empowerment

We engage, operate, and advocate from the understanding that each community and person have desires and capabilities to lead in their own life.

Quality Services

We provide services that align intent and impact by ensuring that they are accessible, community driven, interconnected, and continuously improved.

Data Defined Outcomes

We equitably collect and analyze data, take data-driven action, and measure outcomes relevant to those we serve, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Statement of Qualifications: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified for this position.

Do not include any confidential information in any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

All interested applicants are required to include the position number on the STD 678 Examination/Employment Application in the Job Title section and to clearly state your eligibility (e.g., list, transfer, etc.) in the Explanations section of the Examination/Employment Application. A completed application includes the Position Title, Position Number, and your eligibility in the Job Title line and MUST be signed and dated. Candidates who do not submit all of the required documents (incomplete application packages) will be eliminated from the selection process.

Fingerprint/Driver’s License: Selected candidate is subject to fingerprinting and criminal record clearance by Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation.

It is critical that each applicant include specific information and examples on how his/her background, knowledge, abilities, and personal characteristics make them most qualified for the General Auditor III position in the Continuing Care Contracts Bureau. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. When responding to the SOQ, please follow these guidelines: Responses must be typewritten or generated by word processing on 8 ½" x 11" paper, using 12-point font, limited to one page, and include your full name in the header. Responses are to be complete, specific, clear, and concise. Answer each numbered item separately indicating the corresponding item number for each response. 1. Explain in detail how your training and experience makes you the most qualified candidate for this position. 2. Describe how you will support your management team to meet the goals and objectives of the Continuing Care Contracts Bureau, Adult and Senior Care Program, Community Care Licensing Division, and the Department of Social Services.

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

Desirable Qualifications

• The ideal incumbent will have professional certification in the financial field of practice. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) would be the best; however, if not a CPA, certification as a Government Financial Manager, Internal Auditor, Financial Planner, or Fraud Specialist/Examiner would be the next best designations. Because this is a highly unique industry and unrelated to any Department program, membership in professional organizations for those types of designations is desirable since the memberships provide a resource for the GA III for which to consult. Success in this position will be experienced by individuals who have a college degree in business administration with concentration in finance and/or accounting. The GA III must possess excellent communication, organizational, and research skills and be able to work independently with little or no direction and in a team setting. The GA III must be proficient in computer programs to compose documents, spreadsheets, and charts as required.

• medical coverage
• CalPERS pension upon retirement
• two weeks paid vacation per year
• two weeks paid sick leave per year
• two paid Professional Development Days
• one paid Personal Holiday
• pre-tax parking fee program

Transportation Reimbursement

• Public transit (mass transit) passes.
• 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
• 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.
• Vanpool drivers and riders 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 - Salaries do not reflect reductions from the Personal Leave Program, please see the applicable Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for additional information on the length and percentage of reductions.

Those interested in obtaining employment with any state agency must apply and compete through the state hiring and recruitment process.

Successful examination applicants are placed on an eligibility list. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination. Applicants should refer to their examination results or check their CalCareer account for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re-take the examination when necessary. For questions regarding the examination process, please contact the Examination Unit at: [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Contact Information

Hiring Unit Contact:
Jennifer Houston
[phone]
[e-mail]

EEO Contact:
EEO Office
[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.