Senior Auditor II

4 weeks ago

Gainesville, United States University of Florida Full time
Classification Title:

Senior Auditor II

Job Description:

The Office of Internal Audit (OIA) supports the University's mission by providing objective and independent assurance, consulting, and investigative services to reduce risks and improve operations. The OIA invites applicants for the Senior Auditor II position. This position will execute moderate-to-complex level audits and participate in the evaluation of the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of internal controls and identify weaknesses, along with providing recommendations to mitigate those weaknesses. This position is required to be able to work under limited supervision.

The Senior Auditor II position also coordinates, supervises, and conducts audit assignments in accordance with OIA procedures and applicable auditing standards and may lead audit teams and supervise the work of other professional staff on a project basis.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct audits and reviews, including assessing risks, evaluating internal control design and effectiveness, developing and executing risk-based audit programs, work plans, resource budgets, and performing fieldwork, testing, and data analysis.
  • Prepare work papers and reports consistent with the audit plan procedures and with a high level of technical and grammatical accuracy and structure.
  • Adhere to OIA procedures and applicable professional auditing standards.
  • Supervise audits and assign project tasks to staff auditors who perform analysis and evaluations of the audit areas approved in the audit plan, or as assigned by the OIA.
  • Review documentation, results, and conclusions of tasks performed by staff auditors, ensuring the success and professional standards of the assignment and the ongoing professional development of the individuals involved.
  • Develop meaningful recommendations for management to improve the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of controls and operations.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with auditees at appropriate levels and commit to continually improving customer satisfaction.
  • Stay abreast of general business/economic developments and new pronouncements/ standards to understand their links and impact on the University's business.
  • Use various data analysis techniques and innovative approaches to analyze performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Maintain professional proficiency via continuing professional education, participating in professional associations while staying abreast of leading practices, industry trends, and emerging risks.
  • Ensure that the internal audit quality assurance requirements as promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and related professional standards are followed, practiced, and support any independent external assessments.
  • Assist in the preparation of the annual risk assessment for audit planning purposes.
  • Participate in investigations, as necessary.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Perform internal audit work of a moderately complex nature involving a high degree of problem solving and diagnostic responsibilities.
  • Proactively develop staff through meaningful on-the-job training and prepare evaluations for staff performance on assignments.
  • Through the audit process, grasp an understanding of college/unit/department resources and operations, assess strengths and weaknesses of function, and advise auditee on methods or opportunities in cost reduction, process improvement, and improving operational reputation.
  • Monitor work assignments to ensure timely completion and performance of quality assurance reviews of work papers and report drafts to ensure the completeness, accuracy, and objectivity of audit reports, and consistency with auditing standards.
  • Frequently interact with project team, and internal and external functional peers and auditee/senior management.
  • Work autonomously or as part of a team to deliver a portfolio of internal audit projects within agreed timeframes.
  • Aid management and staff in understanding internal control weaknesses, and how to enhance the effectiveness of operations through the presentation and discussion of audit findings and practical value add recommendations.
Expected Salary:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience.

The University of Florida offers a generous benefits package that includes health, life, and dental insurance options, as well as vacation leave, sick leave, and personal days.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, business, finance, economics, or related field. Minimum of 5 years' experience with either a "Big 4" accounting firm, a mid-level accounting firm, and/or a mid to large corporation's internal audit department.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or other audit-related certification(s), preferred or working toward obtaining the license by taking and passing the applicable CIA or CPA state exam.
  • Knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by The Institute of Internal Auditors or willingness to learn them.
  • Knowledge of and skills in applying internal auditing and accounting principles and practices, management principles, and leading business practices.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including listening, verbal, written and visual presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels the organization, including senior level management.
  • Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • High quality report writing skills.
  • Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions.
  • Experience with identifying risks, controls and opportunities for improvements associated with business processes, developing and executing audit test plans, and drafting audit reports with summary results for executives.
  • Working knowledge and experience with MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio and data analytic tools.
  • Excellent customer service focus, including the ability to manage potentially contentious interactions and the ability to strike a balance between oversight and getting buy-in from the process owners.
  • Highly developed diagnostic and data analytical skills with the demonstrated ability to utilize these in the conduct of audits.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking/problem solving skills.
  • Commitment to high ethical and professional standards.
Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered, applicants must provide a resume.

This position is open until filled. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Health Assessment Required:
No

Advertised: 01 May 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:

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