Director of Internal Audit

Job Summary

Works under minimal supervision to provide advanced administrative guidance and direction for the Internal Audit office. Proactively lead strategic initiatives to advance Internal Audit services and value to UT Southwestern Medical Center, enhance audit effectiveness, and support Internal Audit team growth and development. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership abilities, strong analytical skills, and a deep understanding of audit processes and internal controls.

About the Role

UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Our highly competitive benefits package includes a PPO medical plan, Paid Time Off, retirement programs, and more.

Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retail Savings Programs
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Experience and Education

Required:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience: 7 years of related audit experience, to include at least, 5 years in a managerial or leadership capacity leading audit teams in area of responsibility (e.g., IT, Financial)

PREFERRED:

• Education: Master's Degree MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Experience: Healthcare and/or higher education industry experience
• Experience: Public accounting or consulting experience is highly desirable

Job Duties

Lead and direct audit activities, with accountability for the planning, alignment, execution, and reporting of audit activities in accordance with approved audit plans. Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with professional standards and best practices. Assist with carrying out department initiatives designed to increase value of the Internal Audit department to the UT Southwestern community. Perform a wide variety of duties requiring a thorough understanding of institutional processes, systems, functions, programs, and policies. Interact with senior leadership across the institution to provide consultation and participate in key initiatives. Establish performance measures, conduct monitoring, and perform continuous quality assurance of the department to ensure compliance with professional internal audit standards, and UT System policies and procedures. Provide coaching and mentoring and encourage improved performance to become a best practice internal audit function. Participate in organizational committees to provide valuable insights into evolving transformational business initiatives related to risks and controls. Monitor and assess the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management processes. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Maintain confidentiality as appropriate. Oversee budget expenditures and scheduling. Oversee supervisors and/or subordinate managers to include establishing priorities. Continuously evaluate and improve audit methodologies, tools, and processes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the internal audit function. Perform other duties as assigned.

Security and EEO Statement

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.