Auditor Senior

Job Title : Auditor Senior

Requisition Number : RE48780

Working Title : Senior Auditor

Department Name :

1A000 : Internal Audit

Work Location : Lexington, KY

Grade Level : Salary Range :

52,021-85,800 / year

Type of Position : Staff

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Required Education :

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Required Related Experience :

4 yrs

Required License / Registration / Certification :

None

Physical Requirements :

Sitting for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, and some standing or walking.

Shift :

Primarily Monday – Friday, 8 : 00 am-5 : 00 pm with additional hours as needed to meet department operational needs.

Job Summary :

Internal Audit assists the university management, administration, and the Board of Trustees in the effective discharge of their fiduciary and administrative responsibilities by providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services with respect to evaluating risk management, control, and governance processes.

The Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for leading financial, compliance, and operational audits of the various departments, colleges and other units within the University and its affiliates. This position will require the ability to work independently as well as part of a team with various auditors.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Conduct internal audits and advisory engagements in accordance with professional standards to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls related to financial reporting and operational processes, and associated information systems.
• Formulate recommendations that ensure controls are adequate to protect the institution against fraud, waste and abuse.
• Review financial and operational processes for compliance with relevant University policies, Industry standards, State laws, and Federal regulations.
• Obtain and review financial reports, budget data, organization charts, computer reports, prior audit reports, correspondence files, departmental procedures manuals, and relevant legislation.
• Assign, review, and approve the work performed by other auditors.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

Successful candidates will have experience in financial / business operations, administration, management, or auditing. Additionally, they will be self-motivated, have excellent communication and analytical skills, and be able to handle multiple projects as part of a diverse team in a dynamic environment.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

Preferred Education / Experience :

Auditing Experience, CIA, ACFE, or CPA preferred

Deadline to Apply : 02 / 02 / 2025

Our University Community :

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and / or drug screen.

Salary : $52,021 - $85,800