Investigative Auditor III

California Department of Justice; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

11 paid holidays

Flexible leave options

Pension retirement

Job stability

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

California Department of Justice, Bureau of Gambling Control, is seeking an Investigative Auditor III to perform complex audits of gambling establishments in Sacramento. The role involves analyzing financial records, detecting illegal activities, and potentially leading audit teams through investigations.

The position emphasizes forensic accounting, documentation, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, with hybrid telework and permanent full-time status.

Qualifications

• Proficient in analyzing financial statements and ledgers.
• Experience supporting audits of gaming establishments is a plus.
• Ability to conduct complex financial investigations and document findings.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze financial documents and records for audits.
• Perform technical analysis to detect skimming, money laundering, or other illegal activities.
• Supervise audit assignments, prepare work papers and detailed reports.
• Lead conferences with management and interview staff.
• Use computer programs to organize financial data and maintain audit files.

Skills

Forensic accounting

Financial analysis

Auditing

Data analysis

Interviewing

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference? Interested in the prospect of analyzing financial documents to detect skimming, money laundering or other illegal banking activities? The Bureau of Gambling Control is looking for talented and motivated Investigative Auditors to travel throughout the state performing on-site evaluations of financial records of gambling establishments including, but not limited to:

• Reviews of gambling establishment’s internal control systems, cage accountability, revenue determination, credit policies, player bank and chip liability, accounts/vendors payable, taxes, personnel/payroll, purchasing/contracts and compliance procedures.
• Extensive reviews of the Tribal casinos' internal control systems, revenue determination and compliance procedures according to the State of California, and policies, rules and regulations of the Gambling Control Act and/or State Tribal Gaming Compacts.

The Investigative Auditor III (IA III) Works Under The General Supervision Of The Investigative Auditor IV (Supervisor) And Conducts Complex Audit Assignments And Financial Investigations, Such As

• Reviews and analyzes documents such as financial statements, general ledgers, subsidiary ledgers, Security Exchange Commission reports, bank statements, income tax returns and other documents.
• Performs technical analysis to ascertain the existence of skimming, money laundering and other illegal activities; conducts the more complex responsibilities and duties related to audits of financial records of persons who hold any financial or management interest in a gambling establishment, or persons who have applied for a gambling license under the provisions of the Gambling Control Act.

This position may also act as Auditor-In-Charge of assignments including, but not limited to:

• Business and Individual background investigations and reviews of financial reports and operations for license renewals.
• May aid and instruct audit teams in completing analyses of complex financial transactions, utilizing forensic accounting skills, and identifying unlawful and non-compliant activities and operations; prepare audit work papers and schedules, along with detailed reports in order to document the investigation.
• Provides recommendations to management; leads entrance and exit conferences of different types of audits as well as interviews gambling establishment personnel; communicates with internal and external stakeholders via email and/or phone.
• Utilize computer programs to analyze and organize financial data and draw sound conclusions; accesses and maintains audit date and files, record audit hours and prepares audit reports and ensures that audit findings are properly explained.

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

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-534524

Position #(s): 420-321-4215-011 420-321-4215-004

Working Title: Investigative Auditor III

Classification: INVESTIGATIVE AUDITOR III, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

$6,646.00 - $8,740.00

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

# of Positions: 2

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift: Day

Work Week: Monday to Friday

Department Information: This position is in the Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Gambling Control, Audits and Compact Compliance Section, located in Sacramento.

Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual – CalHR .

For more information about the Department please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov.

Benefits of working for the State of California:

• Work-life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!