Associate Director, Audit Services

Associate Director, Audit Services

Audit Services at the University of Michigan seeks an outstanding information technology audit professional to join our team as an Associate Director. Audit Services provides independent assurance, advisory, and other value-added services designed to assess and improve risk management, internal controls, compliance, and governance processes across one of the nation's leading public research universities. The successful candidate will direct and oversee the work of a team of information technology auditors, managing the day-to-day planning and performance of operational, compliance, financial, and advisory IT engagements across the University of Michigan's three campuses, Michigan Medicine, and affiliated operations.

Audit work may include academic, research, healthcare, administrative, and other university technology functions.

Responsibilities include engagement planning, process evaluation, internal control assessment, data analysis, managing fieldwork, documentation and report review, and the development of meaningful recommendations that improve operations, strengthen controls, enhance compliance, and support effective risk management. The Associate Director also supports the annual risk assessment process and conducts their audit services work in a manner consistent with the Global Institute of Internal Audit standards.

Additionally, the Associate Director will manage and mentor their team by providing technical guidance, challenging assignments, and meaningful performance feedback. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

This position requires strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills to interact with leadership, faculty and staff across the university, communicate complex issues clearly and professionally, and contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and high-quality client service. Candidates should be proactive, intellectually curious, adaptable, comfortable working in ambiguous situations, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Travel is limited but may occasionally be required. This position follows a hybrid work arrangement with a flexible combination of on-site and remote work responsibilities. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Ann Arbor and maintain reliable internet access for remote work. Respect for the university's core values is essential to the Audit Services mission. We are committed to supporting initiatives that uphold and enhance these values across the university's research, teaching, patient care, and service missions.

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, accounting, finance, business, public administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience, including at least five (5) years of internal audit experience conducting operational, compliance, financial, consulting, or information systems audits.
• Experience leading a team of auditors and managing people, including developing, evaluating, and mentoring staff.
• Professional certification in a related area, specifically Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); other acceptable core credentials include Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and engagements simultaneously in a dynamic environment while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work standards.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risk and evaluate internal controls, IT governance practices, and business processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-management skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and organizational levels.
• Working knowledge of AI, including use applications for internal audit services.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a partnering, positive, and inclusive team-oriented environment.
• Maintenance of a quiet, confidential workspace and reliable internet access necessary to fulfill remote work responsibilities.

• Knowledge of internal auditing standards, risk-based auditing approaches, governance processes, and internal control frameworks.
• Master's degree or other advanced professional degree.
• Experience using data analytics, visualization, or technology-enabled auditing tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL, ACL, IDEA, Business Objects, or similar platforms).
• Familiarity with enterprise systems and technologies such as People Soft, Emburse Enterprise, Hyperion

The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support…