Internal Auditor (Part-time)

Tennessee Board of Regents; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Tennessee Board of Regents’ Chattanooga State campus seeks an Internal Audit Assistant (Part-time, 20 hours/week). Under the supervision of the Director of Internal Audit, you will support the planning, execution, and completion of audits designed to evaluate internal controls, ensure compliance with policies and laws, and promote accountability and efficiency.

This role emphasizes collaboration with faculty and staff, careful documentation, and professional communication to report findings and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• At least 2 years professional auditing experience.
• Preferred experience in public higher education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, conducting, and completing audits to evaluate the accuracy of financial transactions and operational processes.
• Review practices for compliance with policies, guidelines, laws, and contractual obligations.
• Prepare audit working papers and draft reports detailing objectives, scope, procedures, findings, and recommendations.
• Identify factors contributing to deficiencies and suggest cost-effective improvements to controls and efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We have an opening for an Internal Auditor (Part-time) at our Chattanooga State campus!

Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our Values:

We cultivate a welcome and supportive environment.

We care about the well-being of each other.

We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.

We collaborate to build a better future.

Our Mission - We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Internal Audit, the Internal Audit Assistant supports the planning, execution, and completion of internal audits designed to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, ensure compliance with Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) policies and guidelines, institutional policies and procedures, state and federal laws and regulations, and contractual requirements. The position assists in promoting accountability, transparency, operational effectiveness, and responsible stewardship of institutional resources while supporting Chattanooga State’s mission and strategic priorities.

* This is a part-time, 20 hours per week position *

Essential Functions:

Fiscal Stewardship

In this role, the Internal Audit Assistant is responsible for the following under the supervision of the Director of Internal Audit:

• Audit Planning and Execution:
  • Assist in planning, conducting, and completing audits to evaluate the accuracy of financial transactions and operational processes.
  • Review institutional practices for compliance with TBR policies and guidelines, institutional policies and procedures, contractual obligations, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
  • Assist in evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls designed to safeguard institutional assets and resources.
  • Conduct year-end inventory observations and cash counts as assigned.
• Audit Documentation and Reporting:
  • Prepare audit working papers in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors standards that accurately document audit procedures performed, evidence obtained, and conclusions reached.
  • Assist in the preparation of draft audit reports detailing audit objectives, scope, procedures, findings, recommendations, and conclusions.
  • Identify factors contributing to deficient conditions and recommend practical, cost-effective solutions to strengthen controls and improve operational efficiency.

Program Innovation

• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to enhance institutional processes, internal controls, and operational effectiveness.
• Utilize technology and data analysis tools to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist in evaluating emerging risks and recommending innovative approaches to strengthen institutional operations and accountability.

Organizational Culture

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with faculty, staff, and administrators throughout the audit process.
• Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate audit objectives, findings, and recommendations in a professional and constructive manner.
• Participate in follow-up reviews to assess the effectiveness of corrective actions and management responses.

Holistic Student Support

• Recognize the impact of institutional processes and resource management on student success and the student experience.
• Assist in audits and reviews that support effective and efficient delivery of student-facing services and operations.
• Promote practices that contribute to an environment where students have access to quality services and resources.

Teaching Excellence

• Maintain current knowledge of auditing standards, professional practices, regulatory requirements, and higher education trends to support institutional effectiveness and informed decision-making.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.

Required Experience: At least 2- year professional experience in auditing; up to 2 years professional experience in accounting or a related business field may be substituted for 1 year in auditing.

Preferred Experience: Experience working in public higher education, 3-years professional experience in auditing.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Work Characteristics

• Knowledge: Knowledge of basic audit standards, procedures, and techniques required to perform audits; Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with computer-based information systems and various software packages.
• Skills: Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Abilities: Ability to understand the importance of confidentiality; ability to work independently, analyze information, identify problems, and formulate solutions.

Salary Range: $28,459 - $35,574