Senior Data Analytics Auditor
Senior Data Analytics Auditor
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$ 87942 - 93473
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Job Description
This position reporting to the Assistant Director is responsible for utilizing advanced and complex data analytic techniques to assist on both audit engagement and institutional risk analysis projects. The Senior Data Analytics Auditor works as a member of an audit team to both lead and contribute to operational compliance financial and information technology engagements and reviews on campus. Additionally the incumbent takes a leading role in the development of departmentwide efforts to conduct institutionwide analytical analysis and review.
The position requires advanced problemsolving abilities along with strong organizational planning and selfmanagement skills. OARC leadership will rely on the Senior Data Analytics Auditor to develop effective and creative datadriven ways to assess unit and institutional operations. Decisions made may impact the effectiveness and efficiency of administrative and business processes of the university; therefore the incumbent must be able to apply both strong analytical skills and professional discretion in formulating recommendations for improvement. The Senior Data Analytics Auditor is responsible for effectively disseminating results including the preparation of written reports and collaborates with the broad university community.
The incumbent will have demonstrated analytics strategies that promote an analytical approach across the OARC portfolio of responsibilities including audits enterprise risk management and compliance. The position requires the ability to import clean transform validate and model data with the purpose of understanding and making conclusions. The incumbent must have an understanding of both the common metrics and the process for the creation of routine or continuous auditing techniques that would be common in a researchfocused higher education institution.
The incumbent must be able to demonstrate professional behavior and sound judgment while working independently and as part of a team. An auditor must be committed to conformance to high ethical standards and work in conformance with our professional standards. The incumbent is expected to fulfill their responsibilities with limited supervision while maintaining ongoing open communication with OARC leadership and team members.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Information Technology Statistics Mathematics Accounting or related field plus minimum two years of experience in an audit role in higher education OR Masters degree in Information Technology Statistics Mathematics Accounting or related field plus minimum six months of experience in an audit role in higher education.
At least one of CPA CIA or CISA certification.
Knowledge of and a commitment to adherence to the Global Internal Audit Standards.
Knowledge and expertise in data analytics and/or deployment of analytic techniques that would be common in a research focused higher education entity.
Expertise with business intelligence and/or report development tools (e.g. Microstrategy SAAS Crystal Reports etc..
Robust understanding of database design SQL Python and/or Excel and data retrieval in complex relational database environments (e.g. Tableau Power BI).
Familiarity with higher education government agency or other large decentralized organizations.
Proficiency in current software such as word processing spreadsheet presentation and analytic software packages.
Skilled in working effectively in teams and with diverse populations.
Availability to travel once or twice a year for engagements and training.
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Salary Range of $87942 $93473
Hours per week
40
Review Date
5/20/2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Zach LaCroix at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
