Sr. Auditor

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA) seeks a Senior Auditor to lead complex audits and advisory projects across a broad set of university functions. You will strengthen internal controls and promote compliance while applying risk-based approaches.

The role emphasizes independence, communication with diverse stakeholders, and applying data analytics tools to deliver value and insights within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ Minimum five years of experience as an external or internal auditor/IT auditor, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ Public accounting experience, not-for-profit, higher education and/or healthcare industry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex audit and advisory projects from planning through reporting, delivering value and quality.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of finance, accounting, business, and information technology.
• Demonstrated ability to apply established internal auditing standards, procedures, and techniques in the performance of financial, operational, compliance, and information technology audits as well as advisory projects.
• Ability to design clear, concise, and relevant audit procedures that adequately address the audit objectives.
• Skill in communicating effectively with all levels of auditee personnel, both on a one-to-one basis and in group presentations, stressing qualities of tact, discretion, and persuasiveness. Ability to navigate difficult conversations and is solution oriented.
• Knowledge of emerging trends around internal audit standards, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with team members, management, campus personnel, and leadership. Ability to effectively work in a team to deliver audit and advisory projects within a defined timeline.
• Self-starter, ability to work independently, determine priorities across multiple projects, and takes ownership of responsibilities. Actively identifies, evaluates, and recommends solutions to overcome project obstacles.
• Ability to supervise team members, provide direction, training, evaluate performance, and communicate feedback in a timely manner.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and logical audit reports that describe the background, scope, objective, procedures performed, and observations identified - including root cause, risk to the organization, and actionable recommendations.
• Experience with audit management software, data analytic tools (Tableau, PowerBI), Microsoft tools, and/or artificial intelligence tools (CoPilot)

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct complex audits and advisory projects across a wide range of university functions.
• Promote accountability, strengthen internal controls, and ensure regulatory compliance across departments.

Skills

Audit procedures

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CIA/CPA/CFE/CISA

Tools

Audit management software

Tableau

PowerBI

Microsoft tools

CoPilot AI tools

Job description

Special Instructions to Applicants

Note to Applicants: This position supports UCLA Heath and the David Geffen School of Medicine.

Department Summary

Audit & Advisory Services (A&AS), part of the Office of Ethics, Compliance, and Audit Services, plays a vital role in supporting UCLA's mission by providing the Board of Regents and university leadership with independent, risk-based, and objective assurance, insight, and foresight. Our work strengthens the university's ability to create, protect, and sustain value across both the campus and health enterprise. We are a people-focused, purpose-driven department that embraces innovation, continuous improvement, and the use of audit management software and data analytics to enhance the quality, efficiency, and impact of our engagements. Our services include internal audits, advisory engagements, and external audit coordination.

Position Summary

UCLA is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Auditor to join our dynamic Audit & Advisory Services team. In this pivotal role, you will lead and conduct complex audits and advisory projects across a wide range of university functions, promoting accountability, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of one of the world's leading public research universities while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and thrive in a culture of continuous improvement, UCLA invites you to apply.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ Minimum five years of experience as an external or internal auditor/IT auditor, or equivalent experience. (Required)
• 5+ Public accounting experience, not-for-profit, higher education and/or healthcare industry experience. (Preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex audit and advisory projects from planning through reporting, delivering value and quality. (Required)
• Demonstrated working knowledge of of finance, accounting, business, and information technology. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to apply established internal auditing standards, procedures, and techniques in the performance of financial, operational, compliance, and information technology audits as well as advisory projects. (Required)
• Ability to design clear, concise, and relevant audit procedures that adequately address the audit objectives. (Required)
• Skill in communicating effectively with all levels of auditee personnel, both on a one-to-one basis and in group presentations, stressing qualities of tact, discretion, and persuasiveness. Ability to navigate difficult conversations and is solution oriented. (Required)
• Knowledge of emerging trends around internal audit standards, procedures, and techniques. (Required)
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with team members, management, campus personnel, and leadership. Ability to effectively work in a team to deliver audit and advisory projects within a defined timeline. (Required)
• Self-starter, ability to work independently, determine priorities across multiple projects, and takes ownership of responsibilities. Actively identifies, evaluates, and recommends solutions to overcome project obstacles. (Required)
• Ability to supervise team members, provide direction, training, evaluate performance, and communicate feedback in a timely manner. (Required)
• Ability to write clear, concise, and logical audit reports that describe the background, scope, objective, procedures performed, and observations identified - including root cause, risk to the organization, and actionable recommendations. (Required)
• Experience with audit management software, data analytic tools (Tableau, PowerBI), Microsoft tools, and/or artificial intelligence tools (CoPilot) (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Required)
• Must hold professional certification in a related designation, e.g. CIA, CPA, CFE, CISA, CFSA, CFGM (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Conflict of Interest: The position is subject to the University Conflict of Interest Code required by the Political Reform Act of 1974. The candidate(s) selected will be required to complete financial statements for public record.
• 5% Conferences and Training

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Union/Policy Covered

99-Policy Covered

Complete Position Description

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