Auditor Senior Location Lexington, KY : Posting Details
Job Title Auditor Senior Requisition Number RE42864 Working Title Senior Auditor - Business Operations Department Name 1A000:Internal Audit Work Location Lexington Grade Level 46 Salary Range $51,491-84,950/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: Required Related Experience 4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification None
Physical Requirements Sitting for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, and some standing or walking.
Shift Primarily days (i.e.: 8:00 am-5:00 pm). However, an exempt position as this may require additional time regarding evenings and/or weekends to accomplish work goals.
Job Summary Internal Audit assists the university management, administration, and the Board of Trustees in the effective discharge of their fiduciary and administrative responsibilities by providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services with respect to evaluating risk management, control, and governance processes. The Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for leading financial, compliance, and operational audits of the various departments, colleges and other units within the University and its affiliates. This position will require the ability to work independently as well as part of a team with various auditors. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conduct internal audits and advisory engagements in accordance with professional standards to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls related to financial reporting and operational processes, and associated information systems.
- Formulate recommendations that ensure controls are adequate to protect the institution against fraud, waste and abuse.
- Review financial and operational processes for compliance with relevant University policies, Industry standards, State laws, and Federal regulations.
- Obtain and review financial reports, budget data, organization charts, computer reports, prior audit reports, correspondence files, departmental procedures manuals, and relevant legislation.
- Assign, review, and approve the work performed by other auditors.
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Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Successful candidates will have experience in financial/business operations, administration, management, or auditing. Additionally, they will be self-motivated, have excellent communication and analytical skills, and be able to handle multiple projects as part of a diverse team in a dynamic environment.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience CPA or CIA preferred
Deadline to Apply 12/11/2023
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