Senior Performance Auditor — Policy & Impact

Office of the Inspector General; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Inspector General is a premier federal inspector general office focused on audits, performance reviews, and oversight within the Department of Justice. The position emphasizes rigorous auditing practices, adherence to Government Auditing Standards, and producing clear, actionable reports.

Qualified candidates will have 4+ years in performance auditing, professional credentials such as CIA or CPA, and the ability to lead teams, develop audit programs, and communicate findings to

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in Performance Auditing or an equivalent combination of auditing experience, college education and training in auditing.
• A CIA or CPA certification earned through written examination, or degree including substantial auditing or accounting coursework (e.g., 15 semester hours).
• Strong knowledge of Government Auditing Standards and related policies and procedures.
• Ability to plan, collect and analyze data and evidence and to draw sound conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex audits at an Office of Inspector General or similar audit organization.
• Develop basic audit programs that clearly define scope and risk in accordance with Government Auditing Standards.
• Interpret and apply pertinent laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to audits.
• Plan, collect, and analyze data and evidence and use sound judgment to reach conclusions.
• Prepare written reports with recommendations to improve agency policies and operations.
• Participate in presenting findings and justifying recommendations in meetings or conferences.
• Contribute to and lead teams to accomplish common goals.

Skills

Auditing experience

Data analysis

Report writing

Team leadership

Education

CIA or CPA certification

Degree with auditing/accounting coursework

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Audit software (GAS compliant)

Job description

The Office of the Inspector General is a premier federal inspector general office focused on audits, performance reviews, and oversight within the Department of Justice. The position emphasizes rigorous auditing practices, adherence to Government Auditing Standards, and producing clear, actionable reports.

Qualified candidates will have 4+ years in performance auditing, professional credentials such as CIA or CPA, and the ability to lead teams, develop audit programs, and communicate findings to