Audit Professional 3

University of California, Riverside; California; On-site; USD 64,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside is seeking an Associate Auditor to perform audits, investigations, and advisory services across financial, compliance, and operational domains. You will analyze risks crossing organizational lines and utilize Excel and TeamMate Data Analytics to support findings.

The role reports to the Director of Audit and Advisory Services and requires presenting observations with actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the audit profession, theories and systems of internal control, and professional auditing standards.
• Broad knowledge of finance, accounting, business and systems operations.
• Gathers, organizes and performs analysis for moderately complex audit assignments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to present sensitive information with diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct audits, investigations and advisory services.
• Compose and present reports to auditee management with observations and recommendations.
• Perform data analytic procedures using Excel and TeamMate Data Analytics.
• Participate in workgroups and committees and other business process improvements.

Skills

Auditing knowledge

Data analytics

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Policy analysis

Independence & objectivity

Internal controls understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

Microsoft Excel

TeamMate Data Analytics

Job description

Position Information

Under the general direction of the Director of Audit and Advisory Services, the Associate Auditor performs audits, investigations and advisory services that encompass financial, compliance, functional and operational reviews of complex and diverse areas as a service to management in accordance with professional auditing standards. Audit scope encompasses risks that cross organizational lines and involve complex technology associated with the use of financial, research and information resources. Makes recommendations concerning the effectiveness and efficiency of activities audited and the adequacy of existing controls. Composes and presents reports to auditee management which include audit observations and recommended changes. Conducts complex audits and assists management in developing applicable policies, procedures and internal controls. Provides advisory services to unit and executive campus management. Performs various limited scope examinations such as surveys, limited scope reviews and consultations. Performs data analytic procedures using general audit software (i.e. Microsoft Excel and TeamMate Data Analytics). Participates in assigned workgroups and committees and other business process re-engineering projects. Conducts any other assigned projects. Plan and conduct investigations of allegations of improper governmental activities and communicates results of investigative work.

The full salary range for the Audit Professional 3 is $75,900 - $137,300 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $106,600 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Experience Requirements

4 - 7 years of related experience.

Minimum Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of the audit profession, theories and systems of internal control, and professional auditing standards.
• Broad knowledge of finance, accounting, business and systems operations.
• Gathers, organizes and performs analysis for moderately complex audit assignments. Is working on mastering more advanced audit concepts and applications in the completion of assignments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to present sensitive information with diplomacy and in a clear and concise manner. Presents to a wide variety of audiences, including senior management and external agencies.
• May require specialized expertise in enterprise software and relational databases.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively and professionally communicate using tact and diplomacy with internal and external campus community personnel. Demonstrated skill in expressing ideas clearly and convincingly. Demonstrated skill in identifying the correct issues to be communicated, the appropriate audience, the method of communication and the timing of the communication. Demonstrated ability to clearly and accurately express substance and nuance.
• Knowledge of Accounting Principles and IIA Standards.
• Must possess professional integrity, independence of attitude and objectivity.
• Skill in analyzing policy issues, policies and procedures and other directives and form solid recommendations. Skill in independently researching questions and making appropriate contacts for problem solving. Skill in analyzing information, problems, situations, practices, or procedures to identify relevant concerns, identify patterns or tendencies, formulate logical and objective conclusions.
• Skill in translating observations, findings, and recommendations from analytical studies into a concise and logical written report.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first‑generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an 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, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti‑discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

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Job Description Details

Generic Scope

Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.

Custom Scope

Performs the full scope of auditing encompassing financial, compliance, information systems, and effectiveness reviews according to professional auditing standards. Normally receives general instructions on routine audit work with detailed instruction on new or more complex audit assignments. May provide functional advice, training and/or guidance to less-experienced audit professionals.

Department Custom Scope

Under the general direction of the Director of Audit and Advisory Services, the Associate Auditor performs audits, investigations and advisory services that encompass financial, compliance, functional and operational reviews of complex and diverse areas as a service to management in accordance with professional auditing standards. Audit scope encompasses risks that cross organizational lines and involve complex technology associated with the use of financial, research and information resources. Makes recommendations concerning the effectiveness and efficiency of activities audited and the adequacy of existing controls. Composes and presents reports to auditee management which include audit observations and recommended changes. Conducts complex audits and assists management in developing applicable policies, procedures and internal controls. Provides advisory services to unit and executive campus management. Performs various limited scope examinations such as surveys, limited scope reviews and consultations. Performs data analytic procedures using general audit software (i.e. Microsoft Excel and TeamMate Data Analytics). Participates in assigned workgroups and committees and other business process re‑engineering projects. Conducts any other assigned projects. Plan and conduct investigations of allegations of improper governmental activities and communicates results of investigative work.