Internal Auditor, Senior - Internal Audit Department

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.

JOB TITLE:

Internal Auditor, Senior

JOB PURPOSE:

The Senior Internal Auditor reports to the Director of Internal Audit and is an integral part of the audit process at the University of Wyoming. The position exists to review, analyze and recommend improvements to internal controls, evaluate the reliability and integrity of financial and operational information, review compliance with laws, policies, and regulations and compose findings into useful and understandable reports that are delivered to management and administration. This person is responsible to follow developed audit programs and perform the test work to provide an evaluation of management's stewardship of university resources. This individual must interact with University employees at every level and be able to provide constructive input effectively and thoughtfully.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the risk assessment process ensuring it is effective, collaborative, and inclusive. Analyze the risk assessment results against the organization's strategic goals, financial impact, and the external environment to support the development of the annual risk-based audit plan.

• Follow the audit plan as applicable to the area being reviewed.

• Complete test work for audit and summarize findings in a clear and concise way.

• Monitor for changes in the organizational risk profile and/or operational environment and make recommendations to modify the annual plan and to accommodate management requests for additional audit and advisory work.

• Conduct complex operational, financial, and compliance audit projects. Perform analysis of business processes that include identifying and defining issues/recommendations, developing criteria, reviewing, analyzing relevant information, evaluating evidence, documenting business processes, procedures, and completing audit documentation.

• Communicate results of audits via written reports.

• Provide technical assistance to employees on matters related to internal audits and controls.

• Ensure compliance with Code of Ethics, International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, the Practice Advisories as promulgated by the Institution of Internal Auditors.

• Perform all duties in accordance with college policies, procedures, values.

• Keep abreast of higher education rules, regulations related to the internal auditing profession.

• Maintain personal proficiency by obtaining continuing education.

• Perform duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

Supervise and mentor student interns as needed and support a learning environment with a focus on student success.

COMPETENCIES:

Strong analytical aptitude and ability to work with data interrogation software such as IDEA and/or ACL.

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: No

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

• A minimum of 3 years of broad-based business experience
• A minimum of 3 years working in the auditing profession

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

CPA, CIA, CISA or similar certification, or progress toward certification and willingness to obtain certification within two years of start date.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.

HIRING STATEMENT:

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/