Principal Auditor

Salary : $84,558.97 - $127,514.94 Annually
Location : CA 90017, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: RSK13003
Department: Risk Management
Opening Date: 04/25/2025
Closing Date: 5/9/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Non-Union

Job Summary

The seeks motivated professionals who want to use their talents and skills to make a difference. Our 750+ FTE staff are adaptive problem solvers and passionate about enriching people's lives. If you are mission-driven, dedicated to superior service and support, and can diligently work independently in a collaborative environment, we would love for you to join our team. LAHSA is leading the fight to end homelessness in LA City. Here, not only would your work have a real impact on the community, but we also offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

Created in 1993, LAHSA is a joint powers authority of the city and county of Los Angeles. As the lead agency in the HUD-funded Los Angeles Continuum of Care, we coordinate and manage over $800 million annually in federal, state, county, and city funds for programs providing shelter, housing, and services to people experiencing homelessness.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director, Internal Audit Unit, serving as the Chief Audit Executive (CAE), the Principal Auditor will serve as a lead auditor, responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing complex audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews across LAHSA's operations. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring effective internal controls, strong risk management, and adherence to regulatory and funding requirements to maintain the integrity, transparency, and accountability of the organization's financial and operational activities.

The functions listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
Essential Job Functions

Audit Leadership & Execution:

• Lead and coordinate complex audits, reviews, and risk assessments, ensuring thorough evaluation of LAHSA's financial, operational, and programmatic activities.
• Develop and implement audit methodologies that align with industry best practices and regulatory expectations.
• Ensure that audits adhere to professional auditing standards while identifying areas for internal control improvements and recommending corrective actions.
• Guide and mentor audit team members by providing technical expertise and support on audit processes, ensuring high-quality execution.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Assess and evaluate organizational risks, ensuring effective internal controls are in place to mitigate fraud, waste, and inefficiencies.
• Review compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and funding requirements to protect the organization's financial integrity.
• Work with Risk Management and Legal teams to support the development of risk-mitigation strategies and policy improvements.
• Identify emerging risks and operational vulnerabilities and provide proactive recommendations for management.

Reporting & Strategic Recommendations:

• Prepare and present detailed audit reports highlighting key findings, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and the audit committee.
• Collaborate with department heads and external stakeholders to develop actionable solutions that enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability.
• Monitor and track audit findings to ensure timely resolution and process improvements.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Advisory Role:

• Act as a subject matter expert on internal controls, governance, and compliance, providing strategic insight to the Director, Internal Audit Unit serving as the CAE.
• Promote a culture of ethical integrity, continuous improvement, and strong financial stewardship across LAHSA.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive experience in internal auditing, risk management, and compliance, preferably within a government, nonprofit, or public sector setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong knowledge of audit standards (e.g., GAAP, GAGAS, OMB Circulars, GAAP, GAAS, IIA standards, and IPPF), and federal, state, and local regulations impacting non-profit organizations and government entities.
• High ethical standards with a commitment to integrity and transparency in all actions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Proven ability to lead complex audits and provide expert guidance without direct HR supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Intermediate level of computer software programs specifically, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point and Outlook)

• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Training & Experience

Training & Experience

• At least 7-10 years of audit experience in a complex, dynamic environment, including supervisory or leadership roles.

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CFE, or CISA is highly preferred.

• Experience in governmental or non-profit auditing is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in risk management, internal controls, compliance auditing, and financial audits.

License Requirement

• A valid California Class C driver's license is required at the time of hire. Employees must have a good driving record for a minimum of three (3) years.

Schedule

• The Chief Executive Officer or designee may change the schedule of positions between remote, hybrid and onsite, as necessary to accomplish LAHSA's business needs.

Applicants may make a reasonable accommodation request for this job by calling the Human Resources Department at (213) 683-3333; or via email at humanresources@lahsa.org.
We are an Equal Opportunity / E-Verify Employer.

To Apply, please go to www.lahsa.org/jobs
We want to support all staff in reaching their personal and professional goals. Working for LAHSA has many benefits. Join our LAHSA team!

Medical Insurance
LAHSA pays a portion of the premiums for medical for all full-time employees and their dependents. Employees are responsible for the difference in the premiums through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.

Medical plans are administered through ADP Workforce. The following are enrollment options:

Medical
HMO/PPO: Kaiser Permanente, Aetna

Dental Insurance
LAHSA pays a portion of the premiums for selected dental benefits for all full-time employees and their dependents. Employees are responsible for the difference in the premiums through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.
Dental plans are administered through ADP Workforce. The following are enrollment options:

Dental
HMO/PPO: Guardian Dental

VSP Vision Plan
LAHSA offers this voluntary comprehensive vision plan to all full-time employees through ADP Workforce. It includes yearly comprehensive exams, lenses, frames and contact lenses. All premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.

AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
LAHSA offers this voluntary supplemental insurance to all full-time employees. Plan options include personal accident, personal cancer indemnity, personal short-term disability, and personal life insurance plans. Most premiums are pre taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.

ADP Flexible Spending Accounts
LAHSA offers employees this voluntary flexible spending account plan through ADP Workforce. Employees may elect to participate in dependent care or health care expense accounts. All premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bimonthly payroll deductions.

Life Insurance
LAHSA pays 100% of the premium for $50,000 basic life insurance coverage through ADP.

Voluntary Group Life Insurance
LAHSA offers employees this voluntary group life insurance through Lincoln Financial. Employees may elect to participate in dependent care or health care expense accounts. All premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bimonthly payroll deductions.

Long Term Disability
LAHSA pays 100% of the premium for long term disability coverage through ADP.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Eligibility
LAHSA is considered a government employer for the PSLF Program.

Pension Plan
LAHSA provides a 401A pension plan through Lincoln Financial. After 6 months of employment, employees are eligible for contributions of 6% of the employee's salary with a qualification date of 500 hours or 6 months after the date of hire.

Deferred Compensation Plan
LAHSA provides a 457 Deferred Compensation plan through Lincoln Financial. Employees may elect to defer up to IRS maximum limit per year of their earned salary for income tax purposes.

Time Off Administrative Leave
Chief Executive Officer, chiefs, and directors receive five (5) days of admin leave each calendar year in addition to the time-off below.

Vacation
Vacation is earned according to each month of service commencing with the employee's initial date of hire.

• Less than three (3) years of employment, eighty (80) hours per year.
• Three (3) to six (6) years of employment, one hundred twenty (120) hours per year.
• More than six (6) years of employment, the one hundred twenty (120) hour total shall be supplemented by one (1) workday of paid leave for each twelve (12) months greater than seventy-two (72) months of employment. This vacation accrual is capped at thirty (30) workdays per year

Maximum accrual of vacation leave is 240 hours.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue sick leave at a rate of 12 days per year. Maximum accrual of sick leave is 160 hours.

Paid Holidays
All employees receive the following observed company holidays off:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
President's Day
Cesar Chavez Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Indigenous People's Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day After Thanksgiving
Christmas Day

In addition to the above holidays, full-time regular employees are entitled to two (2) "Floating Holidays" during the calendar year.
Updated 01/15/2025