Senior Management Auditor - Office of Internal Audit

Senior Management Auditor - Office of Internal Audit (14422)The Office of Internal Audit at West Virginia University is seeking applications for a Senior Internal Auditor. Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit, this challenging position will be responsible for leading advanced financial, compliance, operational or efficiency audits of the various departments, support services and business processes within the University. The Senior Internal Auditor will also conduct investigations into allegations of fraud, misuse or non-compliance with regulations, policies or procedures. The Senior Internal Auditor may work with other auditors on assigned projects or may work alone. Successful candidates must possess high standards of integrity and ethical conduct. They must also have the ability to develop and nurture strong working relationships with individuals at all levels throughout the University. Strong oral and written communication abilities are required. Candidate must be a proven problem solver with excellent analytical abilities.In order to be successful in this position, the ideal candidate will:Assist the University administration in effectively discharging its responsibilities, including the stewardship of funds entrusted to it, maintaining a commitment to high ethical standards, and establishing an internal control structure to ensure; the safeguarding of University assets; the integrity and reliability of management information systems; compliance with University, State and Federal regulations; and with Board of Governor's policies and procedures, economical and efficient use of University resources; effective and efficient management of operations; and accomplishment of University goals.Support West Virginia University Board of Governors Audit Committee in fulfilling their governance responsibilities that include: overseeing the financial statement reporting and disclosure processes of the University, oversight of the University's relationship with the independent auditor, and compliance oversight responsibilities.Conduct internal audits and consulting engagements in accordance with professional standards to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of University business processes, procedures, information systems, financial systems, and internal control structure. Formulate and recommend procedures and processes that ensure controls are adequate to protect the institution against fraud and waste. Review all aspects of University operations and evaluate these operations for efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with appropriate policies, procedures, laws, and government regulations. Evaluate the effectiveness of departmental systems through the application of expert knowledge of best business practices within the institution, the Higher Education industry, and in private industry. Evaluate departmental internal controls and the application of computer software programs throughout the University system.Participate in department risk assessment process to develop annual and longer range audit plans.Serve as Lead Auditor over a group of exempt professional employees assigned to audit projects. Assign, review, and approve the work performed by other auditors. Provide direct supervision, on the job training and guidance to management auditor position. Perform or provide significant input into performance appraisal of employees assigned to a project and in all For full info follow application link.West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff and students, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.