Looking to take charge of compliance and audit activities while collaborating with university management? Join our team as the compliance and programmatic Audit Manager and be the key player in maintaining the integrity of our university!

Under the general supervision of the Associate Vice President of Financial Operations, the Audit Manager will manage all (non-GAAP) compliance and audit activities. They will develop policies and procedures to ensure effective audit engagements and represent the university’s best practices and commitments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and coordinate all phases of   CSU and internal audits.
• Manage compliance and programmatic audits by external agencies.
• Oversee custodianship of funds and assets of Associated Students as required by CA Education Code.
• Implement audit-related business process improvement initiatives.
• Review, audit, and analyze campus units or operations as requested to ensure compliance.
• Conduct research and analysis for various departments of Business and Financial Affairs.
• Collaborate with university and auxiliary management as applicable to ensure timely resolution of audit findings.

What We Offer:

Be part of a talented team that values precision, integrity, and proactive improvement. Your role will be critical in ensuring our campus operations run smoothly and efficiently, and you’ll have the opportunity to lead impactful business process improvement activities. Apply today!

Position Information

• This is a full-time, at-will role, offering comprehensive benefits.
• Position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Audit department is responsible for the management of all (non-GAAP) compliance and programmatic audit activities. The Audit Manager reports to the Associate Vice President for Financial Operations and serves as the campus liaison for audit engagements with State of California, California State University, Department of Education, and other governing bodies and/or funding agencies and ensures that audits are conducted in accordance with university established standards and procedures.

For more information regarding The Audit department, click here.

Education and Experience

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in accounting or a closely related field. Additional experience which has demonstrated that the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge, skills and abilities of audit management principles may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• A minimum of five years of work experience in a related field or position.
• Experience in the formulation and design of policy and procedures.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite including Excel and Word.

Licenses and/or Certifications

• Status as a Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Public Accountant

Key Qualifications

• A master's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
• More than three years of experience in the audit practice of a major public accounting firm is preferred.
• Experience in higher education is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

At San Diego State University, we value our team members and offer a competitive salary that reflects your qualifications and experience. But that’s just the beginning! Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well-being and work-life balance:

• Generous Leave Benefits: Enjoy 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.
• Retirement Security: Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan, plus retiree healthcare benefits.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access a variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost to you.
• Educational Opportunities: Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.
• Voluntary Benefits: Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.

The expected hiring salary for this position ranges from $90,000 to $120,000 annually.

Diversity and Community at SDSU

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. 

Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement.  For more information, click here.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on December 2, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by December 1, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at rstalmann@sdsu.edu.