Internal Auditor or Internal Auditor II Job Tupelo area,Mississippi USA,Accounting

Position: Internal Auditor I or Internal Auditor II

Position Function

Mississippi State University’s Office of Internal Audit is seeking an Internal Auditor I or Internal Auditor II to join a small, collaborative team that works across campus on a wide variety of audits and reviews. This position is a good opportunity for someone who enjoys learning how different areas of a university operate, asking good questions, analyzing information, and helping departments improve processes.

The selected candidate will perform financial, operational, compliance, and process audits; evaluate risks and internal controls; prepare audit documentation and reports; and provide practical recommendations. Appointment as Internal Auditor I or Internal Auditor II will be based on education, experience, and qualifications.

Salary Grade

Grade 15 or 16. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Department Profile

MSU’s Office of Internal Audit provides independent, objective, and risk‑based assurance and advisory services that help the University strengthen operations, manage risk, and make informed decisions. The office reports administratively to the President and functionally to the Budget, Finance and Audit Committee and to the Board of Trustees through the system Chief Audit Executive. Internal Audit works across the University to evaluate governance, risk management, and internal control processes, provide practical recommendations, and help MSU accomplish its objectives and improve how it operates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Plan and perform financial, operational, compliance, and process audits and assignments of University departments, programs, and activities.

Assess risks; evaluate internal control design and effectiveness; review records, systems, transactions, and processes; and determine compliance with applicable laws and University policies and procedures.

Develop and perform audit procedures, fieldwork, testing, interviews, research, and data analysis to support audit objectives.

Prepare audit work papers and documentation in accordance with professional standards.

Prepare audit reports that clearly communicate results and include practical recommendations for improving business processes and internal controls.

Manage multiple assignments concurrently and complete work within established timelines and budgeted time.

Communicate professionally with University employees and management regarding audit objectives, procedures, results, and recommendations.

For appointment as Internal Auditor II, may serve as senior team lead on assigned projects, assign and coordinate audit tasks, review audit‑related work of staff auditors, and assist with resolving routine project questions.

Minimum Qualifications

Internal Auditor I: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. No experience required.
Internal Auditor II: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and two years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner, or other applicable certification.
Experience in internal auditing, accounting, compliance, higher education, governmental auditing, data analysis, or review of internal controls.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of auditing principles, internal controls, risk assessment, accounting principles, and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Ability to plan, organize, and perform audit work with accuracy, objectivity, confidentiality, and sound professional judgment.

Skill in analyzing records, systems, processes, and data to identify risks, control weaknesses, compliance issues, and opportunities for improvement.

Ability to prepare clear, concise, and well‑supported audit documentation and reports.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to discuss audit matters professionally with employees and management.

Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and work both independently and collaboratively.

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