Audit Manager Jobs in California

Audit Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in financial services, technology, healthcare, and public accounting across a market that ranges from staff-level audit leads to senior internal audit directors. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose are the largest hiring hubs, where employers like Wells Fargo, Deloitte, and Kaiser Permanente maintain significant audit and compliance functions. The most in-demand specialties are internal audit, IT audit, and SOX compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles82
Top employerBaker Tilly Canada
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring33
Work type61% Hybrid
Top industryAccounting

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AAA Auto Club Enterprises
Internal Audit Team Manager
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AAA Auto Club Enterprises
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Internal Audit Team Manager
AAA Auto Club Enterprises
Costa Mesa, California
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$121k - $161k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Grant Thornton
IT Risk Manager (Internal Audit & SOX)
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Grant Thornton
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IT Risk Manager (Internal Audit & SOX)
Grant Thornton
Los Angeles, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$138k - $173k/yr
Bachelor's degree in management information systems
1,001-5,000

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City National Bank
Sr. Audit Manager- Wealth Management
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City National Bank
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Sr. Audit Manager- Wealth Management
City National Bank
Los Angeles, California
Business Analysis
Investment Operations
$99k - $176k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Sr IT Audit Manager
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Sr IT Audit Manager
MiniMed
Los Angeles, California
Business Strategy
Data Analytics
Data Science
$136k - $256k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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HCVT
Audit and M&A Senior Manager
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HCVT
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Audit and M&A Senior Manager
HCVT
Encino, California
Customer Support
Sales
Technical Product & Program Management
$160k - $190k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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Audit Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Irvine
5 jobs
Sacramento
5 jobs
San Jose
4 jobs
Menlo Park
4 jobs
Fresno
2 jobs
Oakland
2 jobs
Long Beach
2 jobs

Audit Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Baker Tilly Canada
Baker Tilly Canada7 open roles
SingerLewak LLP
SingerLewak LLP6 open roles
Weaver
Weaver5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing16
  • Consulting & Professional Services11
  • Investment & Asset Management3
  • Banking & Financial Services2
  • Staffing & Recruiting1

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in audit manager jobs across California.

  • Active CPA license issued or recognized by the California Board of Accountancy required
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
  • Five or more years of progressive audit experience in public or internal audit
  • Demonstrated experience leading audit teams and managing end-to-end audit engagements
  • Proficiency with audit management software and data analytics tools
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, IIA standards, and internal control frameworks such as COSO

Audit Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a audit manager in California?

Most audit manager roles in California require a CPA license issued or recognized by the California Board of Accountancy, which involves passing the Uniform CPA Examination and meeting California's education and experience requirements. Candidates typically hold a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and build several years of experience in public accounting or internal audit before moving into a management role. A CIA designation from the Institute of Internal Auditors is a strong differentiator for internal audit tracks.

How much do audit managers make in California?

Audit managers in California earn a median of about $97,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,770 for the lowest 10% to over $160,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire audit managers in California?

Employers hiring audit managers in California right now include Baker Tilly Canada, SingerLewak LLP, and Weaver, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of large financial institutions, major tech companies, and integrated health systems means ongoing demand for audit managers across multiple industries statewide.

Which California cities have the most audit manager jobs?

Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Irvine have the most audit manager openings in California. San Francisco and San Jose drive demand through their dense clusters of technology companies and financial services firms, while Los Angeles generates volume through its diversified economy of media, healthcare, and banking headquarters, making all three metros consistent sources of audit management hiring year-round.

Are there remote audit manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than many comparable management roles. About 73% of audit manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the analytical and documentation-heavy nature of audit work. Planning, reporting, and team coordination functions tend to be the most remote-friendly, while fieldwork phases for external or operational audits typically require on-site presence at client or company locations.

How can I get hired as a audit manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is starting as a staff or senior auditor at a Big Four or regional public accounting firm with California offices, then building toward a manager promotion internally. Large California employers like Kaiser Permanente and Wells Fargo run structured internal audit rotational programs that bring in candidates from adjacent roles such as financial analyst, compliance analyst, or accounting supervisor. Completing the CPA exam and pursuing a CIA certification early signals readiness for management responsibility and accelerates the timeline significantly.

Where can I find and apply to audit manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to audit manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the ones that match.

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