Audit Supervisor

AUDIT PROFL 4 (005973)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT303000-JC005973-PD246443

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

11/3/2025 5:29:33 PM

Date Last Edited:

11/3/2025 5:29:29 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

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-JC005973-PD246443

Position Description ID

246443

UC Payroll Title:

AUDIT PROFL 4 (005973)

Personnel Program

Management and Senior Professional (MSP)

Salary Grade:

Grade 24

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

C: Supervisor - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40734585

Reports to Payroll Title:

AUDIT MANAGER 3

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40734585

Department Head Payroll Title:

AUDIT MANAGER 3

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

007575, 007576

AUDIT PROFL 2, 3

2-4

007575, 007576

AUDIT PROFL 2, 3

2-4

POSITION SUMMARY

The Audit Supervisor is a key member of Audit and Advisory Services, combining technical expertise with supervisory leadership to deliver high-impact audit and advisory services across the campus or health science community. In this dual role, you will oversee projects while actively performing audit and advisory work, balancing hands-on technical analysis with team leadership and oversight.

This role is responsible for planning, leading, and executing audits and advisory engagements of varying complexity across the university's diverse operational landscape. You will lead engagement planning, risk assessment, and fieldwork for projects assigned to deliver as a supervisor.

In addition to performing advanced project work, the Audit Supervisor provides day-to-day guidance, coaching, and quality review for Senior Auditors and other team members, ensuring adherence to professional standards and departmental methodologies while fostering a collaborative team environment that emphasizes professional growth and accountability. Problem-solving may involve analyzing unique issues without precedent, requiring critical thinking, data analytics, and innovative approaches to deliver value-added recommendations and resolve complex challenges.

Beyond engagement leadership, you will actively contribute to departmental initiatives and priorities—such as enhancing audit methodologies, integrating data analytics into projects, supporting risk assessment processes, and advancing continuous improvement efforts. Your input will help shape the department's strategic direction and strengthen its ability to deliver high-impact services aligned with institutional goals.

Reporting to the Audit Manager, you will maintain effective communication throughout engagements, escalate significant issues promptly, and monitor project progress against plan to ensure project milestones are met. You will serve as a trusted advisor to campus or health science stakeholders - building and maintaining collaborative relationships and serving on campus and UC workgroups.

This position offers exposure to a broad range of university operations—including academic units, research administration, IT, student services, health sciences, and auxiliary enterprises—within a dynamic, risk-based audit plan aligned with institutional priorities. All work is conducted in accordance with departmental policies and the Institute of Internal Auditors' Global Internal Audit Standards. All engagements are subject to periodic review by the Audit Manager and Audit Director to ensure quality and alignment with professional standards.

Audit & Advisory Services (A&AS), part of the Office of Ethics, Compliance, and Audit, 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.

TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE

1. Lead and perform audits and advisory projects encompassing financial, operational, compliance, information systems, and effectiveness reviews in accordance with departmental policies and professional standards.

2. Apply strong knowledge of university operations, functions, workflows, organizational structures, and key personnel to inform risk assessment, audit planning, observations, and recommendations.

3. Develop comprehensive audit programs and ensure all procedures are executed in alignment with departmental standards.

25%

TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE (2)

4. Collect and analyze evidentiary data using appropriate audit techniques, including inquiry, observation, inspection, and reperformance, and apply data analytics to identify trends, anomalies, and actionable insights.

5. Prepare clear, well-organized, and accurate deliverables that support work performed and conclusions reached, meeting department standards for reperformance.

20%

ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION

1. Assist the Audit Managers and Audit Director with annual audit planning activities and contribute to departmental initiatives that advance methodologies, risk assessment, and continuous improvement.

2. Serve as engagement supervisor, delegating tasks effectively, providing clear guidance and direction to staff members, and monitoring staff performance to ensure quality, timeliness, and adherence to standards.

3. Support Audit Managers and Audit Director in the implementation and application of changes to department methodologies and approaches.

4. Provide coaching and training to staff members, fostering professional growth and supporting the Audit Managers and Audit Director in team development and capability-building efforts.

20%

ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION (2)

5. Review staff deliverables, including but not limited to planning documents (e.g. preliminary survey, risk assessment, risk and control matrix, audit program), work papers, and reports; providing constructive feedback, and ensuring adherence with departmental and professional standards.

6. Monitor project progress against plan, escalate significant issues promptly, lead project debriefs, and provide support to the Audit Managers as needed.

20%

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS

1. Maintain professional communication and foster collaborative relationships with auditee management, faculty, and staff to support engagement success.

2. Participate in discussions with auditee staff and management regarding audit findings and provide guidance on implementing recommendations.

3. Attend and contribute to client meetings; consult with management on internal control design and improvement opportunities.

4. Maintain regular contact with university stakeholders to stay informed of organizational, procedural, and personnel changes that may impact risk and control environments.

5. Collaborate with department personnel to ensure efficient and effective execution of audit tasks and department activities.

10%

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

1. Engage in ongoing professional development activities to maintain and enhance technical and leadership skills.

2. Maintain professional certifications and complete required continuing education in accordance with departmental and industry standards.

3. Routinely review pertinent memoranda and publications to keep abreast of relevant industry issues, emerging risks, University policy and operating procedures.

4. Participate in UCLA work groups as a subject matter expert as assigned by the Audit Director.

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

Risk Evaluation

Ability to recognize areas of internal control weaknesses and evaluate risks for determination of audit emphasis.

Required

Audit Experience

8+ years of Audit Experience

Required

Must hold an active professional certification in a related designation, e.g. CIA, CPA, CFE, CISA, CFSA, CFGM, CHIAP

Required

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

Required

Knowledge of higher education related topics such as fund accounting principles and financial management, academic department operations, contracts and grants, research, cybersecurity, Title IX or other relevant compliance regulations.

Required

Demonstrated proficiency in initiating, performing, and/or coordinating complex projects from planning stage through completion, exit conference, reporting, and follow-up.

Required

Substantive skill in analyzing information to define problems; identify patterns, tendencies, root causes, and relationships; formulate logical and objective conclusions; and develop creative and feasible solutions.

Required

Demonstrated advanced skill in applying established internal auditing standards, procedures, and techniques in the performance of financial, operational, compliance, and information technology audits as well as advisory projects.

Required

Demonstrated advanced skill in developing clear, concise, relevant audit programs that adequately address the audit objectives for highly complex areas/issues.

Required

Ability to work with limited guidance, setting priorities that accurately reflect relative importance of job responsibilities. Demonstrated skill to supervise team members, provide direction, training, evaluate performance, and communicate feedback in a timely manner.

Required

Knowledge of emerging trends around internal audit standards, procedures, and techniques and demonstrated ability to implement change within department.

Required

Demonstrated skills in initiating and maintaining cooperative working relationships with staff members, management, other campus departments, and external parties. Demonstrated ability to work in a team, successfully collaborating with others.

Required

Demonstrated skill in communicating effectively with all levels of management, both on a one-to- one basis and in group presentations, stressing qualities of tact, discretion, and persuasiveness. Ability to initiate difficult conversations and is solution oriented.

Required

Demonstrated skill in writing concise, logical, logical audit reports and correspondence with the appropriate tone and level of detail appropriate for the audience.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

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%

Minimal Travel may be needed for site visits or training

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Other University Setting(s)

Location:

10920 Wilshire Center Ste. 700

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Work Laptop

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

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.