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Senior Internal Auditor

Employer
University of North Texas
Location
Denton, TX

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details


POSITION INFORMATION

Requisition Number
154906

Job Title
Senior Internal Auditor

Official Title
Senior Internal Auditor

Position Number
00003377

Department
Internal Audit - 902100

Location
Denton

Is this an internal posting only?
No

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Department Overview
The purpose of Internal Audit is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the University of North Texas System operations. It assists the System in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

The Chief Audit Executive reports to the Audit Committee of the Board of Regents. The Audit Committee recommends for approval by the Board the hiring, removal, and evaluation of the Chief Audit Executive who shall report to the Board through the Committee. At least once per year, the Audit Committee of the Board of Regents will review the performance of the Chief Audit Executive and review the letter of employment outlining the details of employment.

Internal Audit Staff report directly to the Chief Audit Executive. Internal Audit activities and audit reports are communicated by the Chief Audit Executive to the Board of Regents and all other applicable reporting entities including the State of Texas. This reporting relationship promotes independence and provides adequate consideration of audit issues, recommendations, and management action plans.

The Chief Audit Executive will also coordinate the audit efforts with the System's public accountants and other external auditors, as well as conduct independent reviews of specific issues, accounts, or incidents where applicable.

Job Description
The Internal Audit Department at the University of North Texas System is seeking to hire a Senior Internal Auditor to join our team.
This is professional work in the office of Internal Audit, utilizing advanced auditing and accounting skills. Work involves performing surveys, reviews, and detailed audits in accordance with Audit Manual and office policies and procedures in order to assure legal and regulatory compliance. Work may also involve administrative responsibility for specific programs or functions, such as EDP audits or quality control, as well as the coordination and training of subordinate staff. Most field work is performed unassisted with the employee being expected to exhibit independence and sound judgment. Work is subject to routine review for accuracy and completeness by the Director of Internal Audit. This class of employee may supervise the work of Internal Auditor l's, ll's, and student assistants. Work performed by employees in this classification differs from the work performed by Internal Auditor and Staff Internal Auditor positions in the range of key responsibilities, the difficulty of audits performed, specific technical knowledge requirements, and related factors.

Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

* Reviews internal controls of various university departments.
* Reviews records/files for compliance with required internal policies and procedures, state and federal laws, governmental guidelines, etc. i.e. Financial Aid Programs, Grants, etc.
* Performs detailed audits on various departmental operation systems as assigned.
* Performs audits to determine amount of loss in operations where misuse of funds or theft has been implied.
* Drafts reports for department as requested by Director, i.e. Annual, Quarterly Progress Reports, Interim Audit memos, etc.
* Develops and updates training materials for subordinate staff; coordinates orientation and training for new employees; assists in or conducts performance reviews.
* Conducts reviews and evaluations of audit staff work papers.
* Maintains Audit Manual; evaluates and proposes changes to policies and procedures.
* Performs EDP audits including pre-production reviews.
* Coordinates work of other auditors on specified projects or as assigned.
* May assist in the development and preparation of audit programs and internal control questionnaires.
* May assist in report preparation including summaries, findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
* Pursues professional training opportunities.
* Observes safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related subject; five years of auditing experience; and professional certification required-Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). Equivalent combination of experience, education, and training which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered in lieu of business-related degree and experience requirements:

* Extensive knowledge of accounting procedures and practices.
* Considerable knowledge of statutes and departmental regulations affecting audit assignments.
* Considerable knowledge of governmental accounting procedures and practices used by a state supported institution.
* Skill in the operation of personal computers, word processing and spreadsheet software.
* Ability to apply established internal audit programs to specific appraisals dealing with operating procedures and directives.
* Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
* Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must submit a resume with their online application.

Is this a security sensitive position?
Yes

Driving a University Vehicle?
No

Job Open Date
03-25-2019

Job Close Date
Open Until Filled

Pay Rate
$4,641.67

Pay Basis
Monthly

Job Type
Full-time Permanent

Quicklink for Posting
jobs.unt.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=65906

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Working at University of North Texas

Since 1890, the University of North Texas has been a catalyst for transformation for its students and the North Texas region. As the nation’s 26th largest public university, UNT is dedicated to providing an excellent educational experience to its 36,000 students while fueling the intellectual, economic and cultural progress of one of the largest, most dynamic regions in the United States.

A student-focused public research university, UNT graduates more than 8,500 students each year from its 12 colleges and schools and offers 97 bachelor’s, 82 master’s and 35 doctoral degree programs, many nationally and internationally recognized. As UNT’s strengths in science, engineering and technology grow, the university continues to nurture its core areas of distinction in music, education, social sciences, business, the arts and humanities. Leading Texas public universities in the number of Goldwater Scholars and designated a “Best in the West” university by The Princeton Review, UNT is known for its academic excellence.

By providing access, welcoming diversity and strengthening collaborations with our many educational, business and community partners, as well as building new partnerships across the globe, UNT's faculty and staff work each day to prepare students for the challenges they will meet in our changing world.

Fostering global understanding and promoting cultural appreciation are central to preparing tomorrow's successful global leaders. Our strategic international partnerships seek to improve quality of life, facilitate the exchange of ideas and culture, and allow for important research addressing global issues. UNT's campus benefits from a rich diversity of about 2,500 international students representing 140 countries.

UNT faculty produce groundbreaking research in a wide range of disciplines spanning the sciences, mathematics, engineering and technology while also making nationally recognized contributions in the arts and humanities. The College of Music is one of the nation’s best music colleges with an internationally respected jazz program. UNT has the oldest program in emergency administration and planning and a unique program in applied philosophy and environmental ethics.

UNT also is home to many national centers and institutes, including the Net-Centric Software and Systems Center — a National Science Foundation Industry/University Cooperative Research Center; the Center for Electronic Materials Processing and Integration; the Institute of Applied Science; the Center for Advanced Scientific Computing and Modeling; and the Center for the Study of Interdisciplinarity.

UNT has developed many state-of-the-art research facilities, such as the federally funded Center for Advanced Research and Technology, one of the nation’s most extensive facilities for powerful materials characterization and analysis; a high-performance computational facility; and a clean room/nanofabrication research facility (under construction). UNT’s research extends outside the academy as well, with field stations as close as a neighboring lake and as far away as southern Chile.

In addition, UNT is developing Discovery Park, a research park with technology incubator facilities on a 300-acre property near the main campus. The university also has developed a Design Research Center in the heart of the Dallas design district.

As the largest and most comprehensive university in the North Texas region, UNT is growing as a national leader in education, research and scholarship, student support and community engagement — the pillars of a great public research university. UNT’s ultimate mission is to give a green light to greatness by helping its students, region, state and nation excel.

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