Auditor II

Primary Purpose of the Position:

Audit Reviews: Participates in planning and performing audits and consultations of university administrative and academic units. Planning process, theauditor must exercise professional judgment in determining thenature, timing, and extent of procedures to ensure consistency with professional standards and specific objectives of the area underreview. Gather and analyze data using the most effective andcost-beneficial methods, including computer-assisted audittechniques and programs. Draw accurate conclusions from theevaluations of evidence and be proficient in identifying internal control strengths and weaknesses, operational efficiencies and inefficiencies, compliance with policies and procedures,misappropriation of funds, and misuse of assets/resources.

Communicate findings and recommendations in a clear and concisemanner through oral and written reports. Verify compliance with recommendations and management responses to assess the adequacy ofcorrective actions taken.

Management Advisory and Consulting Services: Complete routine advisory and consulting services to universityfaculty, staff, and students by interpreting policies and procedures, suggesting proper internal controls, and performinglimited reviews of programs and processes that do not culminate ina full audit or consultation.

Professional Development: Research policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory changesrelevant to the university and the Internal Audit department.

Participate in continuing education programs relevant to universityauditing, accounting, fraud, and general accounting practices.

Administrative Duties: Share in routine office duties. Attend university administrativeprograms and forums. Other duties as assigned by the Chief Audit Officer.

• Applies knowledge of accounting functions or principles,general business practices, collection procedures, and/or applicable computer systems.
• Requires efficient of application of state and federal laws,rules, and regulations; and working knowledge of generally acceptedaccounting principles and/or international auditing standards(IIA).
• Demonstrated ability to research, investigate, analyze,reconcile, and evaluate financial and non-financial data.
• Interacts frequently with internal and external customers usingboth verbal and written communication skills to discuss financial processes or issues.
• Develop risk evaluation and mitigation plans; performsconsulting and assurance engagements
• Works independently or as a team member within existingguidelines and policies.
• May provide peer assistance in specialty area or serve as aleader for a team or small work unit.
• Serves as a resource to stakeholders and management inresolving more complex problems.
• Exercises considerable discretion and judgment in making recommendations related to audit findings, consults and inquiries
• The ability to prepare comprehensive reports and presentations,utilizing excellent verbal and written communication skills, public speaking, and training skills as well as excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to develop training and information on fraud prevention, effective controls, and best practices to faculty,staff, and management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and objectivity. Ability to effectively interact with and communicate information to management, including the ability to be transparent, open, and witha demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.

• Experience with public university systems and an understanding of a university environment and its unique characteristics is aplus.
• Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP), Certified Internal Auditor(CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Knowledge of Workday and/or Colleague Financials

Hiring range: 75,000 - 85,000

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