Strategic Internal Audit Director | Four-Day Week

WPU The William Paterson University of New Jersey; United States; On-site; USD 102,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

William Paterson University in New Jersey seeks a Director of Internal Audit to oversee risk-based audits across academic and administrative functions. Reporting to the President and VP for Finance, you will develop an annual audit plan, assess internal controls, and support external financial statement audits.

You will also serve as CEPA officer, investigating matters with confidentiality. The role requires a CPA/CISA/CIA or MBA with 10 years in higher education or related fields, strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or related field; MBA/CPA/CISA preferred.
• 10 years of relevant experience in higher education or equivalent.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting and internal auditing; COSO/OMB familiarity preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication; ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Workday a plus.

Responsibilities

• Schedules, prepares, and conducts internal audits per IIA standards.
• Evaluates internal controls, operations, and financial reporting reliability.
• Prepares annual audit plan and risk assessment schedule.
• Conducts meetings with department heads; reports findings.
• Supports external auditors and CEPA officer duties; maintains confidentiality.
• Prepares formal audit reports and tracks corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Independent work

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

MBA, CPA or other relevant advanced education preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workday

Job description

William Paterson University in New Jersey seeks a Director of Internal Audit to oversee risk-based audits across academic and administrative functions. Reporting to the President and VP for Finance, you will develop an annual audit plan, assess internal controls, and support external financial statement audits.

You will also serve as CEPA officer, investigating matters with confidentiality. The role requires a CPA/CISA/CIA or MBA with 10 years in higher education or related fields, strong