Internal Auditor

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 47,741 - 65,167; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition remission programs

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is hiring an Internal Auditor in Albuquerque, NM. The selected candidate will conduct operational, compliance, and financial audits. Key responsibilities include developing audit plans, presenting findings, and advising university administrators.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. This is a full-time position with a monthly salary range between $4,277.87 and $5,839.42 and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in internal auditing.
• Graduate degree is preferred.
• Proficient in financial data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop audit plans and perform audits according to professional standards.
• Prepare and present audit findings to management.
• Consult and advise university staff on operational issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Operational compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Banner ERP

Electronic audit work-paper software

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Job description

Internal Auditor

The University of New Mexico Internal Audit Department is seeking an Internal Auditor. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and motivated professional to contribute to the work of an important independent department.

The department reports administratively to UNM’s President and functionally to the Board of Regents’ Audit and Compliance Committee. The Internal Auditor supports the university by providing independent analysis and advisory services to help ensure operations are effective, efficient, and compliant with applicable policies and regulations.

This position performs operational, compliance, financial, and investigative audits of intermediate complexity and provides management advisory services. Work may involve detailed analysis, and errors could impact audit accuracy, timelines, or departmental operations.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

1. Develop audit plans and perform initial and follow-up audits in accordance with professional standards.
2. Evaluate audit findings; prepare and present the results of audit work and recommendations to management in the form of oral and written communications.
3. Coordinate and interact with administrators, faculty, staff, and external audit and law enforcement agencies, as needed.
4. Consult with and advise university administrators, faculty, and staff on operational and administrative issues.
5. May supervise and/or lead lower graded staff and/or student employees.
6. Keep abreast of University policies and procedures, current developments in accounting and auditing professions, and changes in local, state, and federal laws, as applicable.
7. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be Bondable.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree (e.g., Accounting, MBA, MPA, or relatedfield)
• Experience with Banner or comparable ERP systems
• Experience using electronic audit work-paper software
• Intermediate or higher proficiency in spreadsheetsoftware, including the ability to analyze and present financial data,trends, and projections
• Intermediate or higher proficiency in word processing

Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Internal Audit Department (676A)

Employment Type: Staff

Staff Type: Regular - Full-Time

Status: Exempt

Pay: Monthly: $4,277.87 - $5,839.42

Benefits Eligible: This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.

ERB Statement: As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required: Yes

For Best Consideration Date: 6/18/2026

Eligible for Remote Work: Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement: This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, with the option to work remotely 2–3 days per week.

Application Instructions: Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please attach resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.