Internal Audit Specialist

Position Title:

Internal Audit Specialist. Compensation: $55,000-$65,000. Department:
Internal Auditing & Advisory Srvs.

About this opportunity:
Ball State University welcomes applications for an Internal Audit Specialist. The Internal Audit Specialist reports to the Director of Internal Audit and Advisory Services (Director) or the Director’s designated deputy. The job holder will lead and execute risk-based audit projects with limited supervision from the Director. This is a full-time professional staff position. The expected start date is as soon as possible.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Multiple vacancies may be filled by this posting.

Position Function:
Lead and execute risk-based audit projects with limited supervision of the Director of Internal Audit. Position requires proficiency with the following: understanding the university's operations, strategic goals and imperatives, key business processes, assessing risks, developing audit programs, utilizing data analytics in audits, auditing controls, and providing recommendations that create value to the area under audit; audit report and general writing that is succinct, clear and professional;

completing audit workpaper documentation that aligns with the newly introduced Ball State Audit Methodology and Internal Audit Standards. Must cultivate and maintain relationships with manager-level (and below) stakeholders across the campus and educate the stakeholders about governance, risk management, and internal control activities. In charge of coordinating the work of others if assigned to lead a project with other auditors, and following up on the implementation of the agreed management actions (audit recommendations) as assigned.

• Perform governance, financial, compliance, operational, and technology audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues.
• Research statutes, State of Indiana and federal regulations, and other internal and external guidelines affecting the area or process under review.
• Determine risk areas and the objective of the audit.
• Determine the operational processes and business objectives in place, and create testing programs to assess the operations based on the goals established.
• Review and analyze evidence and document client processes and procedures.
• Conduct interviews, review information (data, documents, etc.), develop and administer surveys, compose summary memos, and document and maintain working papers.
• Understand and document complex financial and business processes.
• Communicate clearly through written and verbal channels to internal audiences in a way to elevate partnership and collaboration.
• Incorporate data analytics and/or automation in audit procedures to drive efficiencies.
• Identify, develop, and document audit issues and recommendations using independent judgment concerning areas being reviewed.
• Maintain minutes/documentation of the opening, process discussions, and closing meetings.
• Communicate or provide support in communicating the results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to management.
• Develop and maintain productive client and staff relationships through individual contacts and group meetings.
• Provide support in identifying and evaluating the University’s risk areas and providing input into the development of the Annual Audit Plan.
• Pursue professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and sharing information gained with co-workers.
• Represent Internal Audit and Advisory Services on University project teams and at management meetings.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with Manager-level and specialist-level stakeholders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Business, Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• One to three years of internal auditing experience in a University environment, governmental, non-profit, or related industry,…