Senior Auditor

Welcome to San Diego International Airport, where our core purpose is to create an exceptional experience for both our community and visitors from around the world. It extends beyond just flights; we embody the vibrant spirit of San Diego itself—sunny, welcoming, and full of life. We are committed to attracting, fostering, and empowering a team of talented individuals who can deliver our strategic goals:

• Advance Airport Development
• Transform the Customer Experience
• Optimize Ongoing Business
• Cultivate Our Culture

Here, you’ll find a workplace culture that thrives on diversity and is anchored in our collective mindsets: collaboration, empathy, inclusivity, thoughtful decision-making, active listening, and always believing the best in people. If you are ready to contribute to a team that values meaningful impact and enjoys the journey along the way, we invite you to apply today and help us connect our community to the world.

Why You'll Love Working at SAN:

• Location:  The new Airport Authority Administration building, located on the San Diego International Airport campus and near the waterfront, providing stunning views of our runway, San Diego Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the city skyline.
• Hybrid Work Schedule: We offer a flexible hybrid schedule, with an opportunity for remote work based on operational requirements, while supporting both in-office collaboration and remote productivity. 
• Salary: The hiring salary for Senior Auditor is starting at $88,569. The full pay range for Senior Auditor is 74,272-$122,549.
• Benefits: You will enjoy 14 paid holidays, 18 – 33 days of vacation (PTO), annual employer funded Lifestyle Spending Account which you can use to invest in your personal development and growth activities, parental and child care benefits, salary continuance for family & parental leave, tuition reimbursement, ensure your future with our retirement plan options including our comprehensive pension plan, 457 defined contribution plan, and more!
• Wellness: Take advantage of multiple on-site gyms with regular fitness classes, outdoor working areas, fitness discounts for all levels and goals, monthly fruit deliveries, rewards for volunteer time, financial wellness advisors, and a campus with easy access to some of San Diego's best walking trails.
• Application Deadline: January 27, 2024. Applications will be reviewed after the closing date.

About the Job:

The Office of the Chief Auditor department is looking for a Senior Auditor with a strategic focus on delivering high-quality, complex audits that safeguard the Airport Authority’s financial and operational integrity. This role is central to ensuring compliance, improving processes, and optimizing performance across the organization. The Senior Auditor leads audit projects and directly contributes to the effectiveness of internal controls, financial reporting, and risk management initiatives.

The ideal candidate will be a true trusted advisor, particularly in their collaboration with Authority Management by bringing a partnership approach and demonstrating tangible impact through well-regarded, high-quality work. This role ensures that the audit function supports strategic decisions and drives continuous improvement, fostering trust and credibility that strengthens the Airport Authority’s purpose, strategic plan, and operations.

What You’ll Do:

• Audit Planning & Execution:  Develops audit plans for financial, performance, and compliance audits; executes audit plans and performs audit work which evaluates system effectiveness and efficiency, measures compliance, and recommends control improvements.
• Project Leadership: Supervises consultants and staff in field work; assigns tasks, provides guidance, and ensures high-quality work aligns with regulatory and Authority standards.
• Data Analysis & Risk Mitigation: Analyzes data to enhance revenues, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency while ensuring the safeguarding of the Authority’s assets and adherence to best practices.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Represents the department in interactions with internal and external stakeholders; leads meetings, secures project scope agreements, and addresses inquiries in public forums.
• Policy Development & Ethics Oversight: Recommends improvements to departmental policies, ensures alignment with Authority objectives, and may oversee the Ethics Program, including policy development, training, and investigations.

The Skills We Are Looking For:

1. Critical & Business Acumen— Analyzes issues, evaluates solutions, and identifies optimal recommendations with a broad understanding of organizational functions and activities.
2. Financial Expertise & Integrity— Understands public fund management, capital financing, internal controls, and accounting principles while exercising discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive issues.
3. Interpersonal & Relationship Management— Effectively communicates in various formats, facilitates discussions, resolves conflicts, and builds trust to support organizational goals.
4. Judgment & Decision-Making— Uses sound judgment to solve non-routine problems, ensuring appropriate procedures, confidentiality, and alignment with objectives.
5. Process Improvement— Monitors and analyzes processes, develops frameworks, and drives continuous improvement across projects.
6. Flexibility -- Manages multiple priorities to achieve departmental goals in a variety of settings both individually and with a team.

Requirements

The Experience You Need to Have**:

• Five years of progressively responsible audit experience in public accounting or internal auditing, including at least two years serving as a lead in internal or external audits, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in public or business administration, finance, accounting, or a closely related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) designations.

Preferred Education, Certification, and Licenses:

• Master’s degree in public or business administration, finance, accounting, or closely related field.
• Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certified in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

**Lacking some of the skills or experiences we've listed? No worries! Here at the San Diego International Airport, we're on a mission to cultivate a workforce as dynamic and diverse as the community we serve. While certain roles may require specific qualifications, we understand that talent comes in many forms. Some of our positions may not require specific degrees, and we're always open to individuals who bring a willingness to learn and a commitment to excellence. If you think this could be you, we encourage you to apply, and even if this position isn't the right role for you, we will add you to our database to consider for other opportunities in the future that align with your unique knowledge and skills. There's a chance we have the perfect spot for you to land!

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, SDCRAA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Physical & Mental Demands

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation. If you need any form of accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Partner (Recruiter).

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