Auditor II

AUDIT PROFL 2 (007576)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT303000-JC007576-PD168221

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

500256

Approved Date:

7/8/2026 8:44:18 PM

Date Last Edited:

7/8/2026 8:44:15 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

3/16/2022

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

6200O

Organization:

CHANCELLOR'S ORGANIZATION              

Division Code:

6210D

Division:

CHANCELLOR'S ORGNZTN DIV               

Department:

303000 - AUDIT & ADVISORY SERVICES

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT303000-JC007576-PD168221

Position Description ID

168221

UC Payroll Title:

AUDIT PROFL 2 (007576)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 20

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

10749693

Reports to Payroll Title:

AUDIT MGR 3

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

10749693

Department Head Payroll Title:

AUDIT MGR 3

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

In an intermediate-level technical position, an Auditor II is eager to learn, take on new challenges, and grow within a dynamic and evolving environment. Auditor II's are responsible for performing or assisting with the delivery of audits and segments of audits, as assigned, and having analytical skills to recognize and evaluate areas of internal control weaknesses.. Additionally, an Auditor II demonstrates an ability to set priorities to accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities by self-managing and maximizing personal productivity to achieve timely completion of audit assignments.

This role offers exposure to a broad and diverse operational landscape, including administration, academic units, athletics, IT, housing and hospitality, facilities management, environmental health and safety, research operations, student affairs, the health enterprise, and much more. You'll be part of a team that embraces a dynamic, risk-based audit plan—one that evolves with the university's priorities and risk landscape. All work is conducted in accordance with departmental policies and the Institute of Internal Auditors' Global Internal Audit Standards. Engagements are periodically reviewed by the project leader, with ultimate accountability to the Audit Manager and Audit Director.

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 (Optro), AI (CoPilot), and data analytics to enhance the quality, efficiency, and impact of our engagements. Our services include internal audits, advisory engagements, and external audit coordination.

TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE PART 1

1. Determine business objectives and evaluate risks and key control points of the functions and systems to be audited.

2. Assist in the preparation of risk-based audit programs; perform all audit steps in accordance with approved Departmental standards and prepare acceptable working papers in support of audit steps performed. 

3. Obtain, analyze, and review evidentiary data to determine the extent of compliance with University policy and procedures and to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

45%

TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE PART 2

4. Make recommendations in the formulation of audit opinions concerning the effectiveness of controls.  

5. Write drafts of reports to auditee management, presenting both favorable and negative findings, evaluating systems effectiveness and control adequacy, and recommending corrective or improvement measures.

40%

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS

1. Hold preliminary discussions with auditee operating personnel to verify facts and obtain explanations. 

2. Participate in discussions with auditee management regarding audit findings and the implementation of audit recommendations.

3. Interface with audit department personnel in executing audit tasks and conducting office business.

10%

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

1. Engage in various professional self-development activities.

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Required

2+

Audit or related experience

Required

1+

Ability to recognize and evaluate areas of internal control weakness(es) for determination of audit emphasis.

Preferred

Demonstrated working knowledge of finance, accounting, business, and information technology.

Required

Demonstrated ability to perform financial and operational audits or segments of audits under general supervision of a senior auditor.

Required

Skill in applying the Institute of Internal Auditors Global Internal Audit Standards, including procedures and techniques required in the performance of financial, operational, and/or compliance audits.

Required

Skill in developing clear, concise, relevant audit programs as a basis for comprehensive audit coverage.

Required

Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, both verbally and in writing, stressing qualities of tact, discretion and persuasiveness.

Required

Knowledge of improvements and current developments in internal audit standards, procedures and techniques.

Required

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff members, management, and other campus departments.  Ability to work in a team modem collaborating with others.

Required

Skill in setting priorities which accurately reflect relative importance of job responsibilities.

Required

Writing skills for concise, logical, descriptive and grammatically correct analytical reports.

Required

Analytical skills to identify audit problems and formulate logical and objective conclusions.

Required

Ability to set priorities which accurately reflect the importance of job responsibilities.

Required

Higher education or health care knowledge desirable. Exposure to Optro (formerly known as Auditboard), data analytic tools (Tableau, PowerBI), Microsoft tools, and/or artificial intelligence tools (CoPilot) a plus.

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF 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%

Training and Conferences

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Other University Setting(s)

Location:

Wilshire Center Suite 700

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General Office Equipment

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.