Internal Auditor HV-NTP Job City of Troy New York USA,Finance & Banking

Department:
Finance

Applications are being accepted for an Internal Auditor on the Non-Teaching Professional staff.

Internal Auditor

HV-NTP-9858

To be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not support Visas. Applicants must currently hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check.

The Internal Auditor provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to improve the College's operations. The position evaluates and enhances the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, compliance, governance, and operational processes to safeguard College assets and ensure adherence to federal and State laws, State University of New York (SUNY) requirements, grant regulations, and institutional policies. The Internal Auditor serves as a collaborative resource to management in identifying risks, strengthening controls, improving operational efficiency, and promoting accountability across the institution.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, public administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in auditing, accounting, compliance, risk management, or internal controls. Experience should include audit planning and execution, report preparation, analysis, and evaluation of business processes and internal controls. Demonstrated proficiency with data analysis tools, business processing systems, Microsoft Office applications, and written communication is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, or related field from an accredited college or university.
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or related professional certification.
Experience in higher education, governmental, or not-for-profit environments.

Nature and Scope of Essential Duties

The Internal Auditor reports to the Vice President for Administration, or designee, and performs the following duties:

1. Develops and maintains a comprehensive annual risk-based internal audit plan that aligns with College priorities and emerging institutional risks.

2. Conducts financial, operational, compliance, information technology, and performance audits throughout the College, Educational Opportunity Center, Faculty Student Association, College Foundation and other College affiliated operations.

3. Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, governance processes, and compliance activities.

4. Reviews and audits areas including, but not limited to:

Payroll and human resources processes
Procurement, contracts, and accounts payable
Accounts receivable and collections
Grants administration
Student financial aid administration
Inventory and fixed asset management
Capital construction and facilities projects
Information technology and cybersecurity controls
Revenue-generating activities

5. As needed, assesses compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, SUNY policies, grant requirements, FERPA, Title IX, financial aid regulations, and College procedures.

6. Conducts investigations or special reviews involving internal control concerns, financial irregularities, fraud indicators, misuse of assets, or policy violations as directed.

7. Consults with College leadership and departmental management on risk mitigation strategies, process improvements, policy development, and internal control best practices.

8. Evaluates the…