Internal Audit Specialist — Risk & Analytics

Ball State University; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Sick days

Holidays

Parental leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ball State University is seeking an Internal Audit Specialist to lead and execute risk-based audit projects with limited supervision. The role reports to the Director of Internal Audit and Advisory Services and involves developing audit programs, using data analytics, and delivering concise audit recommendations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of internal auditing experience in higher education or related fields, with strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
• 1–3 years of internal auditing experience in a university, government, non-profit, or related setting.
• Demonstrated understanding of laws relating to higher education and strong written communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute governance, financial, compliance, operational, and technology audits.
• Research statutes and regulations affecting the reviewed area and define audit objectives.
• Develop testing programs and document procedures and findings clearly.
• Communicate results to management and coordinate with stakeholders across campus.
• Utilize data analytics to drive audit efficiency and effectiveness.
• Maintain working papers and assist in annual audit planning.

Skills

Auditing

Data analytics

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Ball State University is seeking an Internal Audit Specialist to lead and execute risk-based audit projects with limited supervision. The role reports to the Director of Internal Audit and Advisory Services and involves developing audit programs, using data analytics, and delivering concise audit recommendations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of internal auditing experience in higher education or related fields, with strong communication and analytical skills.