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Posted: 24-Jul-24
Location: Ames, Iowa
Salary: Open
Internal Number: R15165
Join Our Team as a Senior Auditor!
The Iowa Board of Regents seeks a dedicated and detail-orientedSenior Auditorto join our Office of Internal Audit. This full-time position (100%) offers a unique opportunity to work with complex accounting and financial data across various departments, assessing accuracy and compliance with university and government guidelines, policies, and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Analyze and verify complex accounting and financial data.
Conduct thorough research on identified issues and recommend policy or procedural improvements.
Plan and execute a wide range of internal audits, evaluating operational and business processes for effective internal controls.
Identify process risks and suggest improvements.
Apply internal audit standards and policies to investigate and evaluate operations and activities.
Conduct follow-up reviews to verify appropriate corrective actions have been taken.
Provide mentorship and training to staff auditors.
Why Join Us?
Impactful Work: Your role will be crucial in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of institutional operations.
Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience and insights by working closely with and providing mentoring to staff auditors.
Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, based at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa.
Who Were Looking For
A proactive and analytical thinker with a knack for identifying problems and providing solutions.
Someone with strong and respectful communication skills, capable of making impactful recommendations.
A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to excellence.
At least one of the following certifications: CIA, CISA, CMA, CPA.
If you are passionate about internal auditing and looking for a role that offers both challenge and reward, we would love to hear from you!
Apply Todayand be a part of a team that values excellence and innovation.
About the Iowa Board of Regents
The Iowa Board of Regents is a group of nine citizens who govern three public educational institutions in the state through policymaking, coordination, and oversight, as provided by law. The institutions include Iowa's three public universities the University of Iowa, Iowa State University, and the University of Northern Iowa.
About the Office of Internal Audit
The Office of Internal Audit is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization's operations. It helps an organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. We partner with management to enhance and protect organizational value by providing an independent and objective assessment of operational efficiencies and controls.
Required Qualifications
A bachelors degree in a business, accounting, or information technology field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum three years of applicable experience, with preference given to audit experience.
A certification in a related field: CPA, CIA, CMA, CISA
Advanced knowledge of audit procedures, specifically the ability to assess an organization's exposure to various risks and recommend controls to address these risks.
Sufficient knowledge and ability to utilize Microsoft Office products (Work, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Ability to critically assess business policies, procedures, and practices.
Experience with data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes.
Capable of establishing and executing projects to meet required deadlines.
Proficiency in professional verbal and written communication.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in information technology, financial, construction, compliance, or operational auditing.
Advanced proficiency applying organizational acumen to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization.
Experience in training new staff.
Knowledge of Workday functionality and controls.
Salary Range
Minimum $65,000 to commensurate with experience.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please send a resume, cover letter, and three professional references tobauerk@iowaregents.edu
Appropriate background checks (e.g. criminal background and credential checks) will be conducted.
The Iowa Board of Regents is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discriminationon the basis ofrace, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, associational preferences, or any other classification that deprives the person of consideration as an individual.
This position will be posted until filled.