Senior Auditor: Lead Complex Audits & Investigations

Louisiana State University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement options

Paid holidays

Tuition exemption

Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking a Senior Auditor 1 to join the Office of Internal Audit in New Orleans. The role involves leading complex audits, coordinating teams, and providing guidance while maintaining independence and high professional standards.

The position requires planning, execution, and follow-up on engagements, with potential involvement in fraud investigations and continuous process improvement. Strong auditing background and CPA/CIA/CISA certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or relevant field.
• Minimum five years of relevant work experience; at least three years in audit.
• Experience leading audit engagements.
• CPA, CIA, CISA certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes audits, projects, or consulting requests per LSU OIA methodology.
• Provides technical audit guidance on risk, controls, test steps, documentation, sampling, and reporting.
• Coordinates the audit team and clients to meet milestones and ensure timely project completion.
• Drafts audit reports, leads exit conferences, and follows up on action plans to address risks.

Skills

Auditing

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Master's degree in accounting or business

Job description

Louisiana State University is seeking a Senior Auditor 1 to join the Office of Internal Audit in New Orleans. The role involves leading complex audits, coordinating teams, and providing guidance while maintaining independence and high professional standards.

The position requires planning, execution, and follow-up on engagements, with potential involvement in fraud investigations and continuous process improvement. Strong auditing background and CPA/CIA/CISA certifications are preferred.