Staff auditor, Auditor Accountant

Staff Auditor

Inside Higher Ed

KU Office of Internal Audit provides work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and value-driven work to serve the University of Kansas and greater Jayhawk community. We seek a performance-minded individual with proven critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The staff auditor performs internal audits at the University of Kansas Medical Center to ensure effective operations and compliance with federal, state, and university policies.

Work is largely unsupervised and may involve operational, compliance, financial, or IT audits.

• Maintain objectivity and confidentiality while performing work (professionalism)
• Written and interpersonal communication
• Problem identification and solution
• Data and business‑process analysis
• Operational and management research skills
• Organizational skills
• Conflict resolution and negotiation

• 70% Perform internal audit procedures in accordance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. Key tasks include:
  • Implement audit methodologies and tests
  • Conduct research on audit subject matter
  • Understand federal, state, and university policies to assess compliance
  • Document complex financial and business processes
  • Conduct interviews and meetings with audit clients and stakeholders
  • Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data Document information and conclusions effectively
  • Draft work summaries and audit reports with clarity and accuracy
  • Deliver clear and concise presentations to team members and managers
• 15% Develop technical proficiency and provide office-wide support in areas such as IT security, regulatory compliance, grant management, statistical analysis, data mining, fraud detection, and other relevant audit specialty fields.
• 10% Consult with managers at all levels to resolve issues, develop policy guidelines, and provide financial guidance.
• 5% Perform other related duties in support of the Office of Internal Audit.

• Physically located at Kansas City, Kansas Municipal Hospital (KUMC).
• Requires a criminal background investigation.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university in a related field.
• At least one year of finance‑related experience (internal auditing, financial accounting, management consulting).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective interpersonal and collaborative skills demonstrated through application materials.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills demonstrated through application materials.

Applicants should demonstrate formal education in the discipline area(s) to ensure advanced analytical and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. This degree is commonly recognized as a standard qualification for similar roles.

• One or more years of experience in internal auditing, financial accounting, management consulting, or related work.
• Master’s degree in a related field, which may substitute for one year of related experience.

• Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
• Resume.
• List of three (3) professional references.

Application review begins Thursday, December 18, 2025, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Anticipated start date:
Monday, January 5, 2026.

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