Posted : Saturday, August 24, 2024 09:51 AM
Pittsburg State University invites applications for the position of Internal Auditor.
The primary function of the Internal Auditor is to perform professional internal auditing work as a key component of the university’s governance structure.
This position involves leading and conducting a comprehensive audit program including performance, financial and compliance audit projects; providing consulting services to PSU’s management and staff; providing input to development of the Annual Audit Plan through risk assessment; and providing supervision to Internal Audit graduate assistants.
Maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards.
Facilitates the communication of audit results through written reports and oral presentations to management.
Duties and Responsibilities 40% Plans the scope of assigned audits, develops audit objectives, and the audit procedures to be used to accomplish those objectives in a written audit program.
Provides administrative and academic unit heads a copy of this program during the audit entrance meeting.
Modifies the program to address management concerns as deemed appropriate.
Performs and directs audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria by looking to industry standards and best practices, reviewing and analyzing data, interviewing staff members, and documenting auditee processes and procedures in accordance to Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
Oversees and directs the activities of the internal audit graduate assistant during this fieldwork.
Researches to gather information on relevant key business risks; evaluates the adequacy of internal controls designed to manage those risks; discusses strengths and opportunities for improvement with unit management and develops recommendations for improvement.
Prepares organized, accurate, and competent workpapers ensuring that documentation clearly supports the conclusions regarding each audit objective.
Identifies, develops, and documents audit issues and recommendations using independent judgment concerning areas being reviewed.
40% Provides information and sound recommendations to management throughout the engagement to motivate corrective actions; prepares the written draft report containing findings and recommendations on audit issues; conducts an exit conference with all levels of management to facilitate action plans in response to identified issues.
Works with management to reach agreement regarding management action plans to address any areas of risk exposure, process improvement opportunities, and/or control weaknesses identified during the course of the audit.
Arranges for the development of appropriate comments and responses to internal audit reports.
Receives approval from all level of management and issues final audit reports.
Communicates final results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to management and the Kansas Board of Regents audit committee.
5% Directs the identification and evaluation of the organization’s risk areas through an annual risk assessment and provides input to the Annual Audit Plan.
Schedules audits, determining the resources that are necessary, and seeing that the approved audit plan is accomplished to the extent staffing allows.
5% Interacts with internal and external constituents, specifically: Provides to members of the Kansas Board of Regents audit committee an annual summary of internal audit activities conducted at PSU as well as communicating any audit findings that should be reported according the Board of Regent policy.
Provides assistance to independent auditors during periodic external audits.
Provides requested documentation including final audit reports and fraud certification statements.
Serves as the contact for PSU’s Fraudulent or Dishonest Conduct (Misconduct) Policy.
Conducts special studies or investigations as requested by the President.
5% Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with those whom it may concern.
5% Performs other duties as assigned by the President, including involvement with university committees and task forces and control reviews of significant financial and other systems prior to implementation.
Education and Experience Required Education and Experience at Hire - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Three years of full-time experience in auditing, accounting, business analysis, or program evaluation.
One (1) of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or other Preferred Education and Experience - Experience in a higher education setting.
A graduate degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field preferred.
Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender checks.
Salary: Commensurate with experience Job Type: Unclassified, Continuing Annual Appointment Duration: 12 months Work Schedule: Full Time – Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Application Documents Required*: Cover letter Resume Names and Contact Details for Three (3) Professional References *Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.
Open until filled with a first review date of October 13, 2023 Search Committee Chair: Cindy Johnson (cynthia.
johnson@pittstate.
edu) Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.
Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The primary function of the Internal Auditor is to perform professional internal auditing work as a key component of the university’s governance structure.
This position involves leading and conducting a comprehensive audit program including performance, financial and compliance audit projects; providing consulting services to PSU’s management and staff; providing input to development of the Annual Audit Plan through risk assessment; and providing supervision to Internal Audit graduate assistants.
Maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards.
Facilitates the communication of audit results through written reports and oral presentations to management.
Duties and Responsibilities 40% Plans the scope of assigned audits, develops audit objectives, and the audit procedures to be used to accomplish those objectives in a written audit program.
Provides administrative and academic unit heads a copy of this program during the audit entrance meeting.
Modifies the program to address management concerns as deemed appropriate.
Performs and directs audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria by looking to industry standards and best practices, reviewing and analyzing data, interviewing staff members, and documenting auditee processes and procedures in accordance to Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
Oversees and directs the activities of the internal audit graduate assistant during this fieldwork.
Researches to gather information on relevant key business risks; evaluates the adequacy of internal controls designed to manage those risks; discusses strengths and opportunities for improvement with unit management and develops recommendations for improvement.
Prepares organized, accurate, and competent workpapers ensuring that documentation clearly supports the conclusions regarding each audit objective.
Identifies, develops, and documents audit issues and recommendations using independent judgment concerning areas being reviewed.
40% Provides information and sound recommendations to management throughout the engagement to motivate corrective actions; prepares the written draft report containing findings and recommendations on audit issues; conducts an exit conference with all levels of management to facilitate action plans in response to identified issues.
Works with management to reach agreement regarding management action plans to address any areas of risk exposure, process improvement opportunities, and/or control weaknesses identified during the course of the audit.
Arranges for the development of appropriate comments and responses to internal audit reports.
Receives approval from all level of management and issues final audit reports.
Communicates final results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to management and the Kansas Board of Regents audit committee.
5% Directs the identification and evaluation of the organization’s risk areas through an annual risk assessment and provides input to the Annual Audit Plan.
Schedules audits, determining the resources that are necessary, and seeing that the approved audit plan is accomplished to the extent staffing allows.
5% Interacts with internal and external constituents, specifically: Provides to members of the Kansas Board of Regents audit committee an annual summary of internal audit activities conducted at PSU as well as communicating any audit findings that should be reported according the Board of Regent policy.
Provides assistance to independent auditors during periodic external audits.
Provides requested documentation including final audit reports and fraud certification statements.
Serves as the contact for PSU’s Fraudulent or Dishonest Conduct (Misconduct) Policy.
Conducts special studies or investigations as requested by the President.
5% Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with those whom it may concern.
5% Performs other duties as assigned by the President, including involvement with university committees and task forces and control reviews of significant financial and other systems prior to implementation.
Education and Experience Required Education and Experience at Hire - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Three years of full-time experience in auditing, accounting, business analysis, or program evaluation.
One (1) of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or other Preferred Education and Experience - Experience in a higher education setting.
A graduate degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field preferred.
Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender checks.
Salary: Commensurate with experience Job Type: Unclassified, Continuing Annual Appointment Duration: 12 months Work Schedule: Full Time – Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Application Documents Required*: Cover letter Resume Names and Contact Details for Three (3) Professional References *Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.
Open until filled with a first review date of October 13, 2023 Search Committee Chair: Cindy Johnson (cynthia.
johnson@pittstate.
edu) Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.
Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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• Location : 1701 S Broadway, Pittsburg, KS
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