Senior Internal Auditor (CPA or CIA Certification) - Audit Services

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch seeks a Senior Internal Auditor to perform and supervise assurance and consulting engagements across UTMB’s operations, finances, and organizational units. The role ensures adherence to professional standards and contributes to efficiency through audits, special projects, and investigations.

Hybrid work schedule; the candidate should bring a Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or finance plus four years of relevant experience including two in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field with four years of relevant experience, including two in internal audit.
• CIA or CPA certification required.
• Experience with data analytics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and supervise audits and consulting engagements per professional standards and internal control frameworks.
• Plan engagement scopes, interview stakeholders, and perform risk assessments and audit programs.
• Perform audit procedures including data analysis to evaluate controls and risk.
• Utilize data analytics to support objective conclusions and recommendations.
• Document audit work thoroughly and prepare reports and management communications.
• Mentor and supervise staff, providing coaching and reviews.

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field and four (4) years of relevant experience, including two (2) years of internal audit experience.

Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field and four (4) years of relevant experience, including two (2) years of internal audit experience.

Also Required

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Preferred Qualification

• Experience with data analytics.
• Ability to use AI to enhance expediency and efficiency.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Job Summary

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for performing and supervising assurance and consulting engagements across operational, financial, and other organizational areas of The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). This role ensures compliance with professional standards and contributes to UTMB’s efficiency and effectiveness through audits, special projects, and investigations.

Job Duties

• Conduct and supervise audits and consulting engagements, ensuring adherence to professional standards and internal control frameworks.
• Plan engagement scopes, define objectives, conduct interviews, and prepare risk assessments and audit programs under audit management direction.
• Perform audit procedures, including evidence collection, data analysis, and process evaluation, to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of systems and controls.
• Utilize data analytics tools to support informed, objective conclusions and recommendations.
• Document audit work comprehensively and accurately to support findings and conclusions.
• Train and mentor staff, fostering a positive learning environment through delegation, coaching, and review of work.
• Communicate audit results through professional written reports and presentations to management.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations, validate management action plans, and maintain follow-up tracking systems.
• Build strong working relationships with clients and management through professional communication and responsiveness.
• Remain current with regulatory changes, industry standards, and emerging trends in healthcare, research, and higher education.
• Conduct special investigations and other engagements as required by management.
• Participate in departmental improvement initiatives, training programs, and institutional task forces.
• Perform related duties as required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Exceptional documentation and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, diplomacy, and professional demeanor.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.

Salary Range

Actual salary commensurate with experience.

Work Schedule

Hybrid (in-office/remote) role as determined by the department. Required to attend on-campus client and/or department meetings, as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

0100 - Rebecca Sealy Hosp

Job

Business, Managerial & FinanceRegular

Shift

Standard

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Level

Day Shift