Senior Internal Auditor

General Description

Under the direction of the Internal Audit Director, the Senior Internal Auditor leads the planning, execution, and reporting of independent evaluations of the University’s policies, procedures, and internal controls. The role conducts audits, investigations, and consultative reviews to assess operational effectiveness, risk mitigation, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position also contributes to campuswide training initiatives by providing guidance on best business practices and internal control improvements.

Job Function

• Develop clear, concise, and effective written audit reports with general guidance from the Audit Director.
• Assess risks for individual audits, investigations, and consulting engagements, and assist in evaluating risks for the departments rolling audit plan.
• Design detailed audit programs and identify internal control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Evaluate audit testing results and prepare well-supported, clearly written audit observations.
• Monitor and track management’s responses to observations.
• Stay current on laws, regulations, and emerging issues affecting the University and the audit, risk, and compliance professions.
• Interpret policies, regulations, and laws to evaluate whether University operations are efficient, risks are mitigated, controls are properly designed, and established guidelines are followed.
• Meet defined goals while upholding all organizational and professional standards, including the Institute of Internal Auditors International Professional Practices Framework.
• Engage regularly with University personnel at all levels to gather information, validate processes, and communicate audit results.
• Cook up with external auditors, regulatory agencies, accountants, and third-party service providers to support audit planning, fieldwork, and follow-up activities.
• Represent Internal Audit on project teams and in meetings, including leading proactive training sessions to strengthen internal controls across University departments.

Marginal Functions

• Participate in campuswide committees or serve in advisory roles on University projects.
• Pursue ongoing professional development, apply new knowledge to audit work, and share expertise with colleagues.

Supervision

• This position may be responsible for assigning/delegating duties to other employees, monitoring the performance of delegated duties and providing constructive feedback related to the performance of duties.
• Oversees the Internal Audit Internship Program including supervising students and activity coordination.
• Works under the general direction of the Director of Internal Audit, receiving guidance on priorities and expectations while providing regular updates and feedback.
• Exercises independent judgment in planning and executing assignments, making decisions appropriate to the scope of work, and seeking direction when issues require higher-level input.
• Operates independently in day-to-day responsibilities, seeking detailed instruction when necessary.

Statement of Responsibility for Confidential Data

The position has full access to any and all University records including confidential records. Individuals in this position are bound by the Institute of Internal Auditors Code of Ethics which requires them to uphold and apply principles surrounding integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality. Additionally, the position is bound by any code of ethics and confidentiality agreements imposed by the University.

Required Qualifications

• Master's and 2+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with standard concepts and practices of internal auditing, particularly the Institute of Internal Auditors Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Proficiency using software applications including query tools, databases, spreadsheets, word processing and presentation software (Microsoft Office, Visio, etc.).
• Good verbal communicator, competent and comfortable interviewing others.
• Strong analytical writer.
• Able to follow pre-established guidelines to perform the function of the job, but rely on personal perspective and creativity is also expected for most assignments.
• Able to work comfortably on individual assignments, but within a team structure.
• Thorough attention to detail, excellent organization and multitasking abilities.
• Able to effectively communicate with varying levels of clients, be able to exercise good judgment, ensure high-quality work output, even under pressure, be highly organized, and be self-motivated.

Required Licensure or Certification

Obtaining or pursuing related professional certifications (i.e. CISA, CIA, CFE, CPA etc).

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check. The holder of this position is designated as a Responsible Employee pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University's Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator [].