Internal Audit Manager

California Lottery; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

California State Lottery seeks a Senior Management Auditor to lead complex internal audits, oversee external audits, and ensure QAIP compliance. The role reports to the Internal Audits Deputy Director and drives risk-based planning, policy updates, and audit committee reporting.

The SMA guides staff, strengthens internal controls, and collaborates with management to promote operational excellence across the organization. Hybrid telework is eligible from Sacramento HQ.

Qualifications

• Leadership and staff-development capabilities demonstrated by building high-performing teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for complex audit reports.
• Experience maintaining a credible work environment with clear standards.
• Deep knowledge of International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA).
• Ability to independently plan, organize, and lead complex audits.
• Strong analytical skills and data analytics experience.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority audits in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency with Diligent and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to build relationships with executives and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex audits and supervise audit staff across phases.
• Oversee external audit activities and follow-up implementations.
• Manage risk assessment and audit plan development.
• Contribute to audit policy updates and QAIP compliance.
• Prepare reports for the Audit Committee and assist budgeting.
• Collaborate with Lottery management to strengthen controls and operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Work environment development

QAIP knowledge

Audits planning & execution

Risk-based auditing

Project management

Audit software proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Senior Management Auditor exam

Tools

Diligent

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Are you a curious problem solver who enjoys diving into complex issues, leading teams, and strengthening organizational accountability? The California State Lottery is seeking a Senior Management Auditor to help advance our mission of supporting California’s public schools and colleges.

Under the general direction of the Internal Audits Deputy Director, the Senior Management Auditor (SMA) independently manages and oversees the Internal Audits Office. This leadership role guides audit staff, ensures high quality audit work through all phases of the audit process, and provides direction when staff encounter challenges. The SMA leads complex audits; oversees external audit activities; and manages internal and external audit follow ups to ensure effective resolution of audit recommendations.

The position also supports the annual risk assessment and development of the audit plan, contributes to updating audit policies and procedures, prepares reports for the Audit Committee, and assists with budgeting for the Internal Audits Office. The SMA plays a key role in maintaining the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP), ensuring audit work consistently meets professional standards. Through strong collaboration with Lottery management, the SMA helps strengthen internal controls, mitigate risks, and promote operational excellence across the organization.

This position requires a current Senior Management Auditor exam.

This position is headquartered at the Lottery Head Quarters in Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?

People Are Drawn To The Lottery Because We:

• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation
• Recognize individual and team contributions
• Support the importance of work-life balance
• Invest in the professional development of our team members
• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

Working Conditions

Schedule: Works a standard business schedule with the flexibility to adjust hours based on business needs and audit deadlines.

Travel: Occasional travel may be required for meetings, training, or audit-related fieldwork.

Other: Must maintain confidentiality of audit information, adhere to Internal Audits policies and the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, and comply with applicable state laws, regulations, and departmental procedures.

Required Application Package Documents

The Following Items Are Required To Be Submitted With Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit The Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered For This Job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see Statement of Qualification requirements below.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Strong leadership and staff-development skills, including the ability to set a clear vision, inspire change, strengthen audit effectiveness, and build high-performing teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex issues clearly and produce concise, persuasive audit reports and correspondence.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate a credible work environment through clear expectations, consistent actions, and fair application of standards.
• Thorough knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, and experience ensuring audit quality and QAIP compliance.
• Ability to independently plan, organize, and lead complex operational, financial, compliance, and information-system audits.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with risk-based auditing and data analytics.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Proficiency with audit and productivity software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Diligent
• Ability to build effective working relationships with executives, managers, external auditors, and cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and maintaining trust.