Internal Auditor

Position Title::
Internal Auditor
Working Title::
Internal Auditor
Position Number::
088125
Full-Time Or Part-Time::
Full Time
Time Limited Position::
No
Number of Vacancies::
1
Department::
Division of Legal, Audit, Risk and Compliance
Posting Number::
0401827
SHRA/EHRA::
Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Job Category::
Professional
Hiring Range::
Commensurate with

Education and Experience
Overall Position

Competency::


Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Primary Purpose of the Organization::
The primary purpose of the Office of Internal Audit is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the operations of Fayetteville State University. The Office of Internal Audit assists the university in meeting its strategic goals and objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
Internal auditors within the unit assess risk exposures along a wide variety of the university's governance, operations, and information systems and evaluate the operations and activities of the university. They provide recommendations to management to make improvements in areas where opportunities or efficiencies are identified.
These areas can include:

Effectiveness and efficiency of operations, including information systems

Reliability and integrity of financial and operational information
Safeguarding of assets and data security
Compliance with laws, regulations, and contracts
The internal audit function within Fayetteville State University is a valuable internal management resource used to enhance the delivery of services, as well as to help the State of NC ensure that taxpayer money is used in the most efficient and effective manner possible.
Primary Purpose of the Position::
This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements, including remote/hybrid work. Fayetteville State University employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
The Primary Purpose Of This Position Is To Conduct Financial, Operational, Compliance, And Information Systems Audits, Consultations, And Special Investigations With The Objectives Of Providing Assurance That
Internal controls are adequate and effective
Operations promote efficiency and compliance with policies, applicable laws, and regulations
Assets of the university are properly protected.
Duties Include
Audit Process:
Participates in planning and performing audits and consultations of university administrative and academic units. Planning process, the auditor must exercise professional judgment in determining the nature, timing, and extent of procedures to ensure consistency with professional standards and specific objectives of the area under review. Gather and analyze data using the most effective and cost-beneficial methods, including computer-assisted audit techniques and programs.

Draw accurate conclusions from the evaluations of evidence and be proficient in identifying internal control strengths and weaknesses, operational efficiencies and inefficiencies, compliance with policies and procedures, misappropriation of funds, and misuse of assets/resources. Communicate findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner through oral and written reports. Verify compliance with recommendations and management responses to assess the adequacy of corrective actions taken.
Management Advisory And Consulting Services
Complete routine advisory and consulting services to university faculty, staff, and students by interpreting policies and procedures, suggesting proper internal controls, and performing limited reviews of programs and processes that do not culminate in a full audit or consultation.
Professional Development
Research policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory changes relevant to the university and the Internal Audit department. Participate in continuing education programs relevant to university auditing, accounting, information system auditing, fraud and abuse, and general accounting practices.
Administrative Duties
Attend and participate in office meetings Track and report audit hours. Share in routine office duties. Attend university administrative programs and forums. Other duties as assigned by the Chief Audit Officer

Preferred Qualifications::

• Certification or licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA),
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Prior experience working in higher education. Knowledge of SQL and Banner.

Special Instructions To Applicants::
This is a re post, previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to re apply.
Notice to Applicants::
Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase 'see resume'.
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