Staff auditor, Auditor Accountant

Position Information

Working Title:

Staff Auditor

Department:
Financial & Operational Auditing

Compensation

Title:

Staff Auditor

Position Number:

Position Status:
Regular

Work Schedule:

Full time, Monday–Friday

Hours per Week: 37.5

Months per Year: 12

Purpose of Position:

Under the supervision of the Director of Financial and Operational Auditing, the staff auditor provides independent appraisals of university functions through completion of reviews of financial, organizational and functional activities and systems. The staff auditor evaluates the effectiveness of internal controls, compliance with policies, regulations and laws, efficiency of operations and safeguards over university assets. Written reports are prepared to inform management of weaknesses and recommendations for corrective actions.

• Assists the Director with developing and executing a comprehensive audit plan for evaluation of the University’s system of internal controls.
• Performs reviews, testing and analysis in order to verify the effectiveness of systems of internal control, efficiency of operations, compliance with policies and regulations, reliability of management data, and safeguarding of assets.
• Maintains audit work papers, including organizing, indexing, and filing to document the audit program and results.
• Prepares written recommendations to management to correct areas of control weaknesses.
• Prepares memos, correspondence and audit reports that are distributed throughout the organizations including to the vice‑presidents, president and Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee of the Board of Regents.
• Reviews electronic data processing controls for security of data.
• Utilizes various computer applications including SAP, Workday, data analytic software, spreadsheets, databases, etc.
• Provides assistance to the external auditors during the annual year‑end financial statement audit, Single Audit, and NCAA agreed‑upon procedures.
• At the request of management, performs confidential investigations related to allegations of theft, misuse of funds, and other fraudulent activities.
• Performs administrative duties in the absence of the Director.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Accounting or Finance major preferred) and 2 years of experience required. Masters in Business Administration or Accounting, CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) designation preferred.

Accounting/finance knowledge, an understanding of business processes, internal controls, risk management, and governance. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Critical thinking, data analysis and problem‑solving skills. The ability to maintain independence, objectivity and integrity. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certifications are preferred.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, database management, report writing software.

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre‑employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Position is on‑site with potential for 1–2 remote days per week after onboarding.

• Minimum Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred Education:
  
  Master’s Degree
• Minimum Experience:
  
  2 years
• Salary Pay Grade: S72

Requisition Number: 2025S2311

Job Open Date: 02/07/2026