Director of Internal Audit

MVSU International; Itta Bena (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in Mississippi is seeking an Internal Auditor to provide independent assurance and advisory services. You will evaluate governance effectiveness, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with regulations. Ideally, candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of internal audit experience in higher education. Essential skills include communication, problem-solving, and knowledge of auditing principles. The role is integral to enhancing operational efficiency and supporting the institution's objectives.

Qualifications

• Requires 5 years of internal audit experience in higher education.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate governance and risk management processes.
• Conduct annual risk assessments and develop audit plans.
• Prepare and distribute reports for audits.
• Conduct trainings on internal controls and fraud awareness.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Advanced knowledge of auditing concepts

Ability to analyze and solve problems

Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management

Ability to supervise and train others

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree Preferred

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Banner

TeamMate

Job description

The purpose of the Internal Auditor at a university, aligned with the 2024 Global Internal Audit Standards, is to provide independent assurance and advisory services that support the institution in achieving its objectives. By evaluating the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes, the Internal Auditor helps ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and strategic goals. This role involves identifying areas for improvement, offering recommendations, and fostering accountability and transparency within the university system. Through a risk-based approach, the Internal Auditor safeguards resources, enhances operational efficiency, and supports the university’s commitment to academic and administrative excellence.

Accountability

Reports administratively to the University President and functionally to the IHL Chief Audit Executive.

General Statement of Duties

This is a non-supervisory position in which the incumbent provides independent assurance and advisory services that support the institution in achieving its objectives. By evaluating the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes, the Internal Auditor helps ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and strategic goals.

• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Inform the President and other senior administration of significant events in a timely manner.
• Conduct annual risk assessment.
• Develop annual audit plan based on risk assessment and consultation with Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) and university management.
• Conduct internal control assessments and process audits of areas identified on the annual audit plan as well as ad hoc audits requested by management or IHL in accordance with Institution of Internal Auditing Standards (IIA).
• Prepare and distribute formal reports of all control assessments and audits to the reviewed department and up the chain of responsibility to include the University President and Chief Audit Executive of IHL.
• Develop, update, coordinate and conduct internal controls and fraud awareness training for unit heads and administrators.
• Serve as a resource for university personnel on internal controls and best practices.
• Review university policies and procedures to ensure compliance with IHL Policies and Bylaws.
• Manage the University’s anonymous reporting system.
• Conduct investigations of fraud, waste, and abuse reports on anonymous reporting system and assign other types of reports to the appropriate individual.
• Serve on various university committees.
• Maintain a collaborative atmosphere between the Office of Internal Audit and various university departments and personnel.
• Attend training to facilitate professional development and maintain professional certifications.
• The position reports functionally to the IHL Chief Audit Executive and Administratively to the Institutional Executive Officer (President).

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree,
• Master’s Degree Preferred.

Experience

• Requires 5 years of internal audit experience in higher education.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
• Computer skills include spreadsheet and word programs; familiarity with Banner and TeamMate preferred.

Other Skills & Abilities

• Advanced level of knowledge of auditing concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and diplomacy.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and direct a comprehensive internal audit function in a public institutional setting.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse constituency groups.
• Knowledge of court processes and legal documentation requirements.
• Ability to establish, implement and evaluate short- and long-range audit plans.
• Knowledge of financial/business analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
• Ability to provide legal depositions and testimony.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to persuade and influence others.
• Ability to perform and evaluate the quality of audit work.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Knowledge of current changes and/or developments in applicable federal, state, local laws and university policies and procedures.
• Ability to supervise and train student workers or interns – including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter