Senior Internal Auditor

Senior Internal Auditor

Virginia's community colleges have a 50-year track record of educational excellence and innovation to serve the needs of our citizens and strengthen the Commonwealth's economy. When Virginia's General Assembly established the Virginia Community College System in 1966, the need for a comprehensive system was well known. Over the two decades after the end of World War II, leaders in government, business, professional sectors, and academia had called for a new approach to providing educational opportunity. A key concern was Virginia's ability to develop a skilled and knowledgeable workforce to expand the state's economy. Today our community colleges give every Virginian the opportunity to gain a quality education. With 23 colleges on 40 campuses located throughout the state, Virginia's Community Colleges are committed to serving Virginia families, helping them acquire the knowledge and skills to seize the opportunities of today and tomorrow. The Senior Internal Auditor creates, manages, executes, and reports on high-risk audit and consulting projects. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conducting risk assessments for assigned audits and developing and conducting new audit programs, often for areas that have not been audited before at the VCCS. This position will primarily be focused on operational audits, but at times may also be assigned to audit other non-financial topics.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge:

• Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices
• Advanced knowledge of state financial regulations, processes, and systems
• Advanced knowledge of all phases of automated accounting systems
• General knowledge of the auditing process
• General knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards) and the Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
• General knowledge of project management techniques and best practices
• General knowledge of fraud and IT terminology, concepts and practices

Skills:

• Proficient using Zoom and Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams, and open to learning other computer applications
• Proficient using information systems (including but not limited to administrative and student information systems)

Abilities:

• Analyze complex financial transactions, spreadsheets, statements, reports, contracts and agreements for conformity with federal, state, and local regulations, procedures, and policies
• Uses various research and interview techniques to gather information
• Conduct risk assessments for assigned audits using various methods to collect and evaluate information
• Develop new audit programs, often for areas that have not been audited before at the VCCS
• Prepare and review audit workpapers to ensure fieldwork meets the audit objectives and supports the conclusions
• Prepare summaries and reports to present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely, with little intervention or corrections from departmental senior management
• Work well with all levels of employees and management, particularly with college leadership teams and subject matter experts, with an open and collaborative style that encourages teamwork and cooperation beyond the immediate team
• Lead or conduct special projects and investigations as needed

Competencies:

Professionalism: Always demonstrates a professional demeanor and exhibits integrity, objectivity and business maturity whether working alone or in a team environment. Professionalism includes:

• Exhibiting sound character and values including integrity, objectivity, and honesty
• Using sound professional judgment
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Building relationships with others based on trust
• Taking personal responsibility for actions

Communication: Leads by example by respecting, supporting, and cooperating with others. Must be an excellent communicator able to create and deliver clear instructions, anticipate needs of others, develop effective means to convey oral and written thoughts, effectively manage conflict, and use tact when dealing with others. Personal Attributes: Has a strong commitment to ethics and is self-motivated, dependable, and reliable while recognizing limitations and seeking advice when needed. Audit Program Management: Effectively plans and sets priorities for self and project team members. Must stay current on industry practices, act proactively in evaluating and solving problems, motivate others, and provide direction on audit programs as appropriate. Must be able to successfully organize audits and projects to meet objectives and deadlines. Must encourage teamwork and cooperation while establishing an effective working and cooperative relationship with auditees and other stakeholders. Functional: Actively continues growth and improvement regarding requirements of the position. Must possess a desire to learn new audit techniques and demonstrate a strong work ethic with a continuous emphasis on improving service and value for the individual and other team members. Adds Value: Arrives at meaningful conclusions applying knowledge and using innovative technical and critical thinking skills and techniques.

Education and Experience: A combination of relevant experience and education providing the required level of knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the functions of the job.

Additional Considerations: None

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer