Director Internal Audit

Directs the internal audit function through planning and conducting financial, operational, compliance and information technology audit examinations.

• Conducts financial, operational, compliance, and information technology audit examinations to assess internal control within University platforms, including networks, operating systems, databases and applications.
• Develops annual university-wide audit plan based on risk assessment. Establishes and maintains internal audit charter, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures the safeguarding of the availability, integrity and confidentiality of University data.
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies. Evaluates the effectiveness of operations and identifies inefficiencies.
• Provides independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve University operations. Monitors implementation of audit recommendations to ensure corrective actions have been implemented to mitigate risks.
• Acts as a consultant to the University community by participating in relevant committees to ensure proper internal controls are in place.
• Monitors and responds to concerns posted through the University’s whistleblower hotline. Conducts special investigations or reviews based on hotline tips or management requests.
• Maintains working knowledge of university policies, emerging audit issues, accounting standards, and legal changes. Participates in training seminars and professional organizations to stay informed and develop professional contacts.
• Hires, trains, evaluates and supervises student employees.

Minimum qualifications based upon job documentation and industry best practices. Any current employees not meeting these qualifications will be grandfathered until they move to a different job.

• Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution.

• Five years' relevant experience.
• Experience of auditing.
• Managerial experience.

Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds.

Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors or any number of elements.

Revised: 2024-03-15