Senior Auditor (Academic Division Team), Office of Audit and Compliance

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia's Office of Audit and Compliance seeks applications for a Senior Auditor serving its Academic Division. The Senior Auditor leads or supports value-added audits and consulting engagements, with responsibilities spanning risk assessment, testing, and communication of control improvements.

The role emphasizes independence, collaboration, coaching, and developing data analytics skills, while building relationships across UVA with professionalism and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, information systems, data analysis, or a related field.
• Two to three years in a staff auditor role with increasing responsibility; experience handling all phases of an audit independently is required.
• Experience mentoring staff auditors assigned to audits.
• Knowledge of the IIA’s Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and document significant risks, the controls in place to mitigate those risks, and proposed testing approaches to develop the engagement-level risk assessment. Recommend the engagement’s direction, scope, and timing to Audit management based on the assessed risks.
• Lead or support engagements, as appropriate based on project complexity; manage scope, timelines, and deliverables; coordinate and perform first-level review of work completed by assigned auditors; and provide coaching and feedback, as applicable.
• Document and evaluate, through appropriate testing methods, the effectiveness of internal controls and operations.
• Prepare draft audit reports for Audit management’s review and communicate evidence-based conclusions regarding the efficiency and effectiveness of controls and processes.
• In collaboration with audit clients, develop recommendations to correct deficiencies or to strengthen internal controls.
• Demonstrate and continue to build expertise in the functional discipline of internal auditing. Increase understanding (and relevance to audit) of trends in higher education and research-intensive universities.
• Continually strive to develop technical skills and data literacy/use of data analytics, and apply these to daily work and career progression.
• Respond to ad hoc inquiries and serve on committees as assigned.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Professionalism

Communication

Problem solving

Data analysis

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, information systems, data analysis, or related field

Job description

The Office of Audit and Compliance (OAC) at the University of Virginia (UVA) seeks applications for a Senior Auditor serving its Academic Division. The Office of Audit and Compliance assists UVA’s Board of Visitors and University management in the discharge of their oversight, management, and operating responsibilities by providing independent assurance and consulting services to the University community.

The Senior Auditor leads or supports value-added operational, financial, and compliance audits and consulting engagements. The role includes conducting risk assessments, testing transactions and internal controls, analyzing business processes, managing engagement scope and timelines, and communicating practical opportunities to strengthen controls and improve operational and financial performance. Senior Auditors work both independently and collaboratively, coordinate and review the work of assigned auditors, and help coach less-experienced team members. The position also offers meaningful opportunities to strengthen communication, writing, and data analysis skills and to build relationships across the University with professionalism and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Identify and document significant risks, the controls in place to mitigate those risks, and proposed testing approaches to develop the engagement-level risk assessment. Recommend the engagement’s direction, scope, and timing to Audit management based on the assessed risks.
• Lead or support engagements, as appropriate based on project complexity; manage scope, timelines, and deliverables; coordinate and perform first-level review of work completed by assigned auditors; and provide coaching and feedback, as applicable.
• Document and evaluate, through appropriate testing methods, the effectiveness of internal controls and operations.
• Prepare draft audit reports for Audit management’s review and communicate evidence-based conclusions regarding the efficiency and effectiveness of controls and processes.
• In collaboration with audit clients, develop recommendations to correct deficiencies or to strengthen internal controls.
• Demonstrate and continue to build expertise in the functional discipline of internal auditing. Increase understanding (and relevance to audit) of trends in higher education and research-intensive universities.
• Continually strive to develop technical skills and data literacy/use of data analytics, and apply these to daily work and career progression.
• Respond to ad hoc inquiries and serve on committees as assigned.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

The Ideal Candidate Should Possess The Following Skills

• Demonstrated professionalism in working with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High proficiency in problem-solving, managing competing priorities and deadlines, preparing professional documentation, analyzing data, and using standard office software, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, information systems, data analysis, or a related field.

Experience: Two to three years in a staff auditor role with increasing responsibility; experience handling all phases of an audit independently is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Audit experience in higher education, with demonstrated knowledge of or experience auditing two or more of the following areas: financial administration, research administration and sponsored programs, auxiliary operations, regulatory compliance, academic and administrative operations, or student-related programs and services.
• Experience evaluating business processes, enterprise systems, or data in a large, decentralized organization.
• Experience mentoring staff auditors assigned to audits.
• Knowledge of the IIA’s Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Advanced degree in a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification preferred.

Additional Job Posting Information

Financial recognition is available for department-approved certifications obtained while employed with the UVA Audit Department.

Reimbursement is available for the annual maintenance of two department-approved professional certifications or memberships, as well as pre-approved registration and travel expenses associated with Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits. Auditors are required to obtain 40 hours of CPE credits annually.

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs.

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$95,000 - $115,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Application review will begin October 15, 2026. The ideal candidate will start as soon as possible.

Position Type & Work Location

• This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.
• This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days on-Grounds per week, with additional on-site presence as needed, in accordance with UVA’s remote work guidelines.

About UVA And The Community

To learn more about UVA and the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA.

Additional Requirements

• Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
• This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.