Internal Auditor/Investigator

Florida Atlantic University; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

State retirement options

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Sick Leave Pool Program

Vacation and holidays

Volunteer Service Day

Education scholarship program

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Internal Auditor/Investigator in Boca Raton, FL. The Office of Inspector General provides independent assurance, risk-based insights, and advisory support to the BOT, ACC, President, and Senior Management.

The role plans and performs audits, investigations, and advisory reviews across university departments, testing controls and documenting findings. Strong knowledge of auditing standards and investigative procedures is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform, and produce reports for internal audits, investigations, management advisory, and operational reviews in accordance with professional standards and OIG internal policies and procedures.
• Conduct financial, operational, performance, Information technology, and compliance audit of various University departments, programs, and activities.
• Develop investigative plans and procedures to be performed for investigative assignments, under the supervision of the Inspector General or designee.
• Conduct interviews, collect supporting documentation, and review facts to substantiate conclusions in an audit or investigation.
• Evaluates internal control systems and determines compliance with applicable statutes, rules, and regulations.
• Prepare complete and accurate audit and investigative reports, including those of a complex nature, and present written or oral reports to management.
• Perform follow-up internal audits to evaluate management’s implementation of Action Plans.

Education

Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience

Job description

Position Summary

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Internal Auditor/Investigator - Boca Raton, FL. Office of Inspector General (OIG) serves as an internal audit function with the purpose to strengthen the University and its Direct Support Organizations’ abilities to create, protect, and sustain value by providing the Board of Trustees (BOT), through its Audit and Compliance Committee (ACC), the University President, and Senior Management with independent, risk-based, and objective assurance, advice, insight, and foresight.

Responsibilities

Summary of Responsibilities include: Plans, performs, and produces reports for internal audits, investigations, management advisory, and operational reviews in accordance with professional standards and OIG internal policies and procedures. Conduct financial, operational, performance, Information technology, and compliance audit of various University departments, programs, and activities. Develop investigative plans and procedures to be performed for investigative assignments, under the supervision of the Inspector General or designee. Conduct interviews, collect supporting documentation, and review facts to substantiate conclusions in an audit or investigation. Performs at a high level and functions with long-term objectives in mind. Evaluates internal control systems and determines compliance with applicable statutes, rules, and regulations. Develop audit programs and procedures to be performed, including risk assessment, process analysis, and control evaluation. Test transactions (utilizing automated and/or traditional auditing methods) and analyze results of testing Prepare clear and concise working papers and other documentation supporting discussions, operational facts and results of testing to justify conclusions. Prepare complete and accurate audit and investigative reports, including those of a complex nature, and present written or oral reports to management, including discussing deficiencies and recommending corrective actions. Perform follow‑up internal audits to evaluate management’s implementation of Action Plans Perform other related work and collaborate with other team members as assigned File documents, physically obtain information files from auditees, and perform inventories.

Benefits and Perks

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
• State retirement options including tax‑deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Sick Leave Pool Program.
• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day.
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full‑time employment. For in‑unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Special qualifications may be added to the minimum, such as possession of a Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor certificate.
• Other preferred certifications include, but are not limited to: Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Inspector General Auditor (CIGA), Certified Inspector General Investigator (CIGI), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA).
• Ability to effectively use Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other technological tools, including data analytics and audit platforms.

Salary

Salary: $70,040 annually

Location

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Application Deadline

2026-11-09

Special Instructions to Applicant

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: Resume OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Request for Accommodations

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [e-mail].

Contact Information

To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communications assistance call 7-1-1. Florida Atlantic University is Where Tomorrow Begins. As a nationally recognized Carnegie R1 research institution and one of only 13 universities nationwide to also hold Carnegie designations for Opportunity and Community Engagement, Florida Atlantic is advancing discovery, driving economic growth, and preparing graduates to lead in a rapidly changing world. As South Florida’s Hometown University, Florida Atlantic serves as a destination for learning, culture, athletics, and community engagement. Through NCAA Division I athletics, world‑class performing arts and cultural events, public lectures, gallery exhibitions, environmental education programs, and one of the nation’s largest Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes, Florida Atlantic welcomes thousands of residents, visitors, and learners to its campuses each year. From inspiring environmental education programs to providing enriching experiences for retirees, professionals, families, and sports fans, Florida Atlantic is deeply connected to the communities it serves. Through these experiences and partnerships, the university helps strengthen the region’s cultural vitality, workforce, economy and quality of life. For more information, visit www.fau.edu.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic’s Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email to [e-mail].

Clery Act Information

Consumer Information. Visit Florida Atlantic’s Consumer Information page for more information about financial aid, its campus, facilities, student athletes, campus security, fire safety, as well as preventing drug and alcohol abuse. Paper copies are available upon request by contacting the Office of Student Financial Aid.

Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers

Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research‑related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non‑university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS‑160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).