Senior Auditor

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Additional Education and Experience

Certification (or progress towards) as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Familiarity with large or complex business organizations. Knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, IIA's International Professional Practices Framework).

Some internal/external audit or consulting experience and/or experience that demonstrates an understanding of internal controls, business operations, accounting and accounting principles, and risk management/governance processes.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of accounting and audit principles and auditing techniques. Researches and understands the policies, rules, regulations, laws and statutes pertaining to their work assignments.

2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates solid communication and listening skills and an ability to identify gaps in logic and handle complex communication challenges individually.

3. Keeps abreast of breaking developments in accounting, auditing, and the higher education sector and apply this knowledge in all their engagements with university clients.

4. Demonstrates an ability to quickly collaborate and work effectively on concurrent work assignments and tasks with a diverse group of clients and team members to deliver the highest quality communications, work products, and client service.

5. Demonstrates an ability to identify sensitive issues and proactively facilitate effective communication at various levels in the organization to avoid surprises. Displays good judgment and decision-making skills.

6. Ensures adequate focus on professional growth relevant to taking on more challenging assignments and tasks beyond assigned audit engagements and standard work assignments.

7. Acts as an ambassador of the department and university, consistently demonstrating a positive, can-do attitude.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Works as part of a team to deliver audit, assurance, and investigative services in compliance with established Institute of Internal Auditors' (IIA) standards and departmental policies. 2. Monitors client's progress on corrective actions and validating that corrective actions taken are mitigating risks identified in engagement. 3. Supports University Audit and Advisory department operations through assisting with planning and monitoring of budget to actual hours for assigned projects. 4. Discusses improvements to internal control systems with University managers. 5. Maintains quality and proficient services by advancing personal knowledge, skills and other competencies through continuing professional development and attendance at formal training conferences and seminars. 6. Contributes to the student internship program by providing work direction, training, and technical assistance to current interns. 7. Participates in providing thought leadership to demonstrate and share internal control expertise across the university, within the department, and with peers. 8. May conduct other special projects as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree and a minimum four years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

Required License(s) or Certification(s):

Physical Requirements:

Job Posting Date: 08/13/2026

Job Category: Professional

Bargaining Unit: NON

Compensation Grade: Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile: Manager; Program Leader (24)

Salary Range: $68,000.00 - $120,500.00

Time Type: Full time

Duration Type: Staff

Work Model: Hybrid

Background Check Requirements: All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check.

Health Requirements: Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer: Salary offers are determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role's grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.

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