Principal Auditor (5973U), Audit & Advisory Services #85483

About the role

Audit and Advisory Services assists all levels of University management in the discharge of their oversight, management and operating responsibilities by providing relevant, timely, independent assurance, advisory and investigative services using a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate risk and improve the effectiveness of control and governance processes.

Responsibilities

• Performs and/or leads audit projects of substantial complexity and scope in accordance with professional standards.
• Designs appropriate audit programs and procedures to accomplish review objectives.
• Works within project budgeted hours and timelines as established by management.
• Conducts testing based on approved audit programs of the broadest scope and complexity, which may include tests of the financial and operating system processes, to identify internal control weaknesses and audit issues.
• Applies advanced auditing concepts and utilizes advanced auditing tools (including data analysis) to perform highly complex technical analyses.
• Develops formal written reports to communicate audit results, and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Presents results to senior leadership, as appropriate.
• Follows up on management corrective actions to ensure completion and escalates issues requiring management attention in a timely manner.
• May assist the Director and/or Associate Director on special projects and evaluating topical areas for the annual audit risk assessment.
• May represent Audit and Advisory Services on key campus committees.
• Responds to requests for management consultations and advisory services.
• May conduct investigations and assist with evaluation of allegations of improper government acts.
• Following full scope of investigation, recommends whether an allegation is substantiated.
• May be responsible for information technology auditing and/or advisory services including evaluation of general and security controls at the network, operating system, application, and/or data layers.
• May independently manage specialized audit programs such as IT systems audits or investigations.
• Keeps abreast with latest technology developments and leverage technology, automated audit tools and data analytics to deliver insightful audit services in an effective and efficient manner.
• Collaborates with external agencies to respond to information requests and site visits; analyzes documentation to identify potential risks areas, facilitates review of external audit reports and findings, including management response.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of audit profession and function, theories and systems of internal control, and professional auditing standards.
• Broad and thorough knowledge of finance, accounting, business and systems operations.
• Skills and knowledge to determine and apply appropriate policies and practices in the completion of audit assignments.
• Professional judgment to select audit methods, techniques and evaluation criteria.
• Possesses an understanding of the interrelationship of procedures and desired results.
• Ability to research, synthesize, and analyze complex issues and technical topics with little or no campus precedent.
• Ability to identify, verify, and develop findings and recommendations related to audit results, and to present complex audit findings in a clear, concise and impactful manner for senior levels of management, both in writing and verbally.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work independently with all levels of University personnel, including management and faculty, and to facilitate agreement on issues and corrective actions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as independently.
• Experience with commonly used industry and internal control frameworks such as COSO and/or COBIT.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• May require specialized expertise in auditing enterprise software, relational databases, and other IT topics.
• Advanced degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Related professional certification (CIA, CISA, CPA, CISSP, GIAC or equivalent).

Benefits

The University of California, Berkeley offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• At least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time off per year for professional development activities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• Salary & Benefits

  The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $115,000.00 - $140,000.00. This is a full-time (40 hours/week), career position that is eligible for UC Benefits. This is an exempt monthly-paid position.

  How to Apply

  To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

  Other Information

  • This is not a visa opportunity.
  • This position is eligible for up to 100% hybrid work.
  • Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs, and are subject to change.
  • Conviction History Background: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.