Sr. Coordinator, Third-Party Audits bei Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, CA

About the Department

The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) 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.

Under the leadership of the Deputy Chef Risk Management, the Coordinator, Compliance & Risk Management, supports the daily operations of the Risk Management department by providing administrative, operational, and compliance assistance. This role plays an integral part in maintaining the efficiency and functionality of the department and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. The Coordinator, Legal Operations & Compliance, will collaborate with team members to support key legal, risk and compliance activities while gaining exposure to various legal processes and operations. 

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. 

Position Duties

• Lead the Third-Party Audit Unit, managing and coordinating multiple simultaneous external audits while serving as the primary point of contact for auditors, funders, and oversight agencies.
• Serve as the main point of contact for external auditors, funders, and oversight agencies.
• Coordinate the scheduling, logistics, and preparation for third-party audits, site visits, and monitor reviews.
• Collect, organize, and deliver required documentation from multiple departments in response to audit requests.
• Track audit findings, corrective action plans, and response deadlines to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain a centralized repository of audit-related documents and correspondence.
• Provide regular updates to management regarding audit progress, outstanding items, and risks.
• Support departments in understanding audit requirements and facilitate communication with auditors.
• Partner with Risk Management, Compliance, Finance, and Program teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of submissions.
• Assist in drafting responses to audit findings and follow-up inquiries from auditors.
• Document and track lessons learned from audits to improve future audit readiness.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Principles and practices of audit coordination, compliance, and monitoring.
• Regulatory requirements related to federal, state, county, and city funding streams.
• Organizational policies and procedures relevant to service delivery, finance, and compliance.
• Document management systems and reporting tools.
• Coordinate effectively across departments and build collaborative working relationships.
• Interpret and explain audit requirements in a clear, accessible manner.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Adapt to changing requirements and priorities under tight deadlines.
• Exercise sound judgment in escalating issues and proposing solutions.
• Work independently while balancing competing priorities.

Other Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field. A master’s degree is desirable but not required.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in audit coordination, compliance, grants administration, or risk management.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating third-party audits, regulatory reviews, or monitoring visits.
• Experience in a public sector, nonprofit, or government-funded environment preferred.