Senior Internal Auditor

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Senior Internal Auditor 494175 Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States Internal Auditing Administrative/Professional Full-time Staff Closing on: Jan 30 2024 Salary/Position Classification $88,000 - $96,000 Annual, Exempt 40 hours per week 100% Remote Work Availability: No Hybrid Work Availability: No Purpose of Position The internal auditor will adhere to The Institute of Internal Auditors' mandatory guidance including the Definition of Internal Auditing, the Code of Ethics, and the Core Principals and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, and to the recommended guidance including the Practice Guides and Implementation Guidance.
The internal auditor will maintain independence and objectivity, as outlined in SBHE Policy 306.
2, Part B.
Duties & Responsibilities Review University policies and procedures, as well as department’s procedures in a comprehensive and organized manner.
If documentation is not present, document current practice for discussion with the department and university administration where appropriate or needed.
Thoroughly analyze University policies and procedures, including department’s procedures to determine if adequate internal controls exist.
Review and analyze transactions, documents, records, reports, and accounts relating to University operations and functions, and prepare acceptable working papers and audit report findings.
Schedule and facilitate formal opening and closing meetings for each audit.
Make quality recommendations to improve internal controls and discuss recommendations with all parties involved.
Complete audits in a timely manner.
Establish good working relationships with the campus community.
Reporting to the President on the internal audit activity’s purpose, authority, responsibility, and performance relative to its plan.
Reporting final audit reports to the President, VP of area audited, Dean of the area audited, department head, NDUS Chief Audit Executive, and Chair of the SBHE Audit Committee.
At least annually present status update to the SBHE Audit Committee and confirm the organizational independence of the internal audit function.
Recommend areas to audit by creating a risk matrix, seek the approval of the annual audit plan by the President, who will submit informational copies to the NDUS Chief Audit Executive and the Chair of the SBHE Audit Committee.
Responsible to track all findings, address concerns, provide follow up and maintain good standing on all audits coming from the State of North Dakota and the North Dakota University System.
Follow up on all UND audit comments and recommendations to be implemented (operational, fiscal, special request, etc.
) Following-up, as needed, on the implementation of planned corrective action by auditees on issued internal audit recommendations.
Create risk and control matrices for key processes.
Discuss and develop audit plan for any special requests or fraud audits.
Make quality recommendations.
- Complete special request audits in a timely manner.
Collaborate with AVP Human Resources on Syntrios complaints (fraud, etc.
) submitted through the NDUS office.
Given the responsibilities of this position it is critically important that the position maintain awareness and be current on the industry changes and best practices in internal auditing.
Staying up to date on all available technology and software tools is important to being able to make recommendations to the University President, Vice Presidents, Continuous Improvement, and University departments.
Supervision of part time or student assistants may be required.
Required Competencies Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and collegially both verbally and in writing.
Ability to adhere to appropriate standards of conduct and professional ethics.
Ability to work on audits independently.
Ability to competently perform an audit utilizing technical knowledge and sound judgement.
Strong analytical skills Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, data analytics or related discipline 5 years of relevant internal audit experience Experience and proficiency with technologies such as MS Excel, Word and Outlook Valid Drivers License Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner, or similar certification/designation Experience in a university, government, or corporate environment Experience working with PeopleSoft.
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
Position Benefits Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, annual & sick leave in addition to 10 paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.
Need help? Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.
humanresources@UND.
edu or contact us by phone at 701.
777.
4226.
If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit.
Veteran’s Preference Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date.
Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification.
If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.
Confidentiality of Application Materials Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.
27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
EEO Statement The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic.
Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process.
This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.
Clery Statement In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus.
As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report.
The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.
edu.
You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.