Auditor

Organizational Summary:

The USF Office of Internal Audit (IA) provides independent objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve university operations. IAs mission is to enhance and protect organizational value through risk-based and objective assurance advice and insight and assist the university in achieving its strategic goals by bringing a systematic disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of governance risk management and control processes. IA is responsible for coordinating activities that promote accountability integrity and efficiency in the operations of USF. All internal auditing activities are conducted in conformance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS). IAs purpose authority and responsibilities are set forth in its charter found on its website: Summary:

The Auditor position performs audits internal control reviews and advisory engagements for USF DSOs and HSSOsin accordance with professional standards. Evaluates the design and effectiveness of internal controls the efficiency of processes and compliance with applicable laws regulations and USF System policies and procedures. Assists Senior Auditors and Assistant Directors with components of more complex engagements. Ensures assigned work is completed efficiently accurately and in a timely manner.

• Participates as a team member in operational and financial audits internal control reviews and advisory engagements. Evaluates the effectiveness of departmental processes business systems and internal controls across a range of operational activities. Conducts risk assessments and control evaluations within assigned areas in accordance with professional standards and communicates results to management both verbally and in writing. Prepares clear and well-documented work papers to support audit procedures and in the preparation of audit reports as appropriate and participates in follow-up activities to assess the resolution of recommendations. Researches interprets and applies University policies and applicable regulations to support activities.
• Utilizes technology (data analysis artificial intelligence etc.) to assist with the performance of IA projects and assists with the assessment of technology-driven controls & risks as appropriate.
• Promotes positive working relationships by participating in university committees/advisory groups responding to management inquiries and attending training and education programs. Promotes the Internal Audit Profession. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

This position requires a Masters degree in accounting or other appropriate area of specialization; or a Bachelors degree in Accounting from an accredited institution or a Bachelors degree in Business from an accredited institution and 1 year of internal audit or equivalent experience.

Degree Equivalency Clause: Six years of direct experience for a masters degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree with at least one year of internal audit or equivalent experience or a bachelors degree with at least two years internal audit or equivalent experience. CPA or CIA certification is preferred.

Additional Info for Applicants:

This position is eligible for hybrid work subject to job duties performance expectations security and confidentiality requirements on premise responsibilities and managerial and organizational needs.