Chief Audit Executive

About FIU

Florida International University (FIU), part of the State University System of Florida, is a "Top 50" public university in U.S. News rankings and a Preeminent Research University. Located in Miami, FIU has research expenditures exceeding $1 billion over the past five years and serves nearly 56,000 students across its campuses. FIU supports academic excellence, research, and community engagement.

About the Office of Internal Audit

The FIU Office of Internal Audit (OIA) provides independent, objective, and comprehensive programs of auditing, non‑criminal investigations, and consulting services designed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of university operations. The OIA assists FIU in accomplishing its strategic goals through systematic evaluation of governance, risk management, and control processes.

Job Summary

The Chief Audit Executive (CAE) leads FIU’s Office of Internal Audit, sets strategic vision, oversees all functions, and ensures risk‑based, objective assurance and leadership in technology and innovation. The CAE reports functionally to the Board of Trustees and administratively to the university president.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction for, supervise, and coordinate audits and investigations that promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness.

• Encompass best practices in fulfilling OIA objectives, including utilization of technology and AI.

• Conduct, supervise, or coordinate activities for prevention and detection of fraud, waste, and abuse.

• Address significant and credible allegations related to fraud, waste, abuse, or financial mismanagement and keep the president and board aware of such allegations.

• Develop annual audit plans based on periodic risk assessments and oversee activities to accomplish the audit plan.

• Review, evaluate, and make recommendations on university controls, rules, and policies related to programs and operations to ensure fiscal accountability and compliance.

• Direct the university’s follow‑up program of internal audit recommendations; monitor disposition of results and communicate risks of not taking corrective actions.

• Provide consulting and advisory services related to internal controls, implementation of audit recommendations, and compliance with policies and regulations to improve management controls and operational efficiency.

• Develop and maintain a quality assurance and improvement program for the OIA staff in accordance with professional audit standards.

• Work with university officials to coordinate audit work performed by the Office of the Florida Auditor General, compliance audits under Uniform Guidance, other external auditors, and the OIA.

• Initiate, conduct, supervise, or coordinate investigations that are within the purview of the OIA.

• Review statutory whistle‑blower information and coordinate all activities of the university as required by the Florida Whistle‑Blower Act.

• Coordinate and jointly manage the anonymous reporting hotline with the university’s Chief Compliance and Privacy Officer and the Senior Vice President for Human Resources.

• Perform related duties as requested by the Board of Trustees or the university president.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate specialization and ten (10) years of experience, or Master’s degree in an appropriate specialization and eight (8) years of experience.

• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor.

• Understanding and utilizing technology, including AI, to improve audit processes.

Desired Qualifications

• 8 years of auditing experience in higher education, healthcare, or public sector.

• 6 years of relevant supervisory experience.

• Experience working with boards, executives, operational personnel, and external auditors.

• Other related professional designations.

Job Category

Administrative

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Pre‑Employment Requirements

Criminal background check

How to Apply

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