Senior Internal Auditor

Senior Internal Auditor plans and conducts complex operational, financial, compliance, and investigative audits under the general direction of the Director of Internal Audit. The position evaluates internal controls, risk management, governance processes, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures across UWG operations. The auditor independently performs audit engagements from planning through reporting, analyzes financial and operational data, develops recommendations to improve efficiency, accountability, and internal controls, and communicates results in a clear, professional manner.

The role also supports advisory initiatives, fraud risk assessments, continuous improvement efforts, and maintains compliance with professional internal auditing standards and ethical practices.

• Plan and conduct operational, financial, compliance, and investigative audits using a risk-based approach; evaluate internal controls, governance, and risk management processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, compliance, and safeguarding of UWG assets.
• Develop audit programs, perform audit testing, and prepare comprehensive audit work papers; analyze complex financial and operational data with data analytics techniques.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports communicating observations, risks, and results; present recommendations to management in a professional and collaborative manner.
• Assist with fraud risk assessments, investigations, and special projects; maintain knowledge of professional auditing standards, higher‑education risks, and regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Certification as a CPA, CGAP, CIA, or similar.
• Five or more years of experience in auditing, public accounting, or governmental accounting.

• Additional experience in higher‑education auditing or exposure to higher‑education regulatory environments.

$63,548 – $90,900 annually. Paid on a monthly basis.

• Sound professional judgment, confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.
• Independent planning and execution of audit engagements from planning through reporting and follow‑up.
• Adaptability to changing priorities, technologies, regulatory requirements, and organizational needs.
• Process improvement identification and promotion of effective internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Confident presentation of findings and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, problem‑solving, written and verbal communication, organizational, and project‑management skills.
• Proficiency with data analytics, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word). Knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards, internal controls, risk assessment methodologies, governance processes, fraud risk concepts, and regulatory compliance practices.

Typical interior office work environment. Ability to sit for extended periods and use a computer for data analysis and report writing.