Vice President; Chief Audit Executive

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Job Summary

To plan, organize and control audit work involved in the review of internal administration, and accounting controls and procedures across the University of Texas at Tyler (UT Tyler), including the healthcare setting at the Health Science Center campus (UT Health East Texas (UTHET) North Campus) and clinics, the academic setting at the Main campus and other academic campus locations, and the newly established and growing School of Medicine. To track laws and regulations that might affect UT Tyler’s policies and procedures and to make management aware of its responsibilities. To ensure audit work papers, reports and performance adheres to the Institute of Internal Auditors International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. Works with the UT System, UT Tyler President, the UT Tyler Chief Risk Officer, Chief Compliance Officer and the leadership team in the identification of risks, appropriate controls and management actions to ensure the protection of the medical center and academic environment’s reputation and assets. Oversees all aspects of an organization’s auditing function, creates an audit plan, and performs necessary audits and reports as requested. Oversees the Internal Audit Department, supervises and assigns staff as appropriate.

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks

Mission and Strategy: Supports and develops programs and initiatives into departmental operations that further the mission of the UT Tyler. Actively participates and promotes relevant departmental strategies and the mission, vision, and values of UT Tyler. Works with the Institution President and the Institutional Audit Committee on developing an annual audit plan based upon an accepted risk management methodology and approved by the Institutional Audit Committee and by the Audit, Compliance and Management Review Committee of the Board of Regents.

Leadership: Practices innovation and teamwork as it applies to advance the Internal Audit Department. Develop processes that assist with the consolidated views of governance, risk management and compliance (GRC) at UT Tyler that will assist management at UT Tyler build an enterprise view of risk.

Report the status of activities to the UT System Audit Office, Institution President, the Institutional Audit Committee, and institutional management as needed by:

• Preparing Institutional Audit Committee meeting materials in coordination with the Audit Committee Chair;
• Maintaining a close working relationship with the Institutional Audit Committee Chair.
• Preparing the required UT System and State reports; and
• Reporting on the status of outstanding recommendations.

Maintain a position as a trusted advisor and provide value added services to the institution by:

• Serving on the President’s cabinet of institution management.
• Meeting with the President and leadership to nurture an effective working relationship with institutional management as appropriate to maintain a flow of communication.
• Providing or assisting with training and awareness activities fostering a control conscious environment on campus; and
• Advising management of emerging risks and new compliance requirements.

Establish and maintain an active and continuous quality control and improvement program which includes, but is not limited to:

• Ensuring that external quality assurance review is conducted at least once every three years as currently required by the Texas Internal Auditing Act, and
• Conducting on-going quality control and improvement activities to ensure the highest quality audit program.

Participate in outreach and external involvement to further promote the audit function and the profession by:

• Participating in campus and UT System Committee meetings as needed,
• Participating in monthly Chief Audit Executive meetings amongst UT health institutions, in monthly update meetings with the Vice President of Audit for Ardent Health (UTHET partnership), and bi-weekly Chief Audit Executive meetings amongst UT academic institutions,
• Participating in appropriate professional organizations such as the Institute of Internal Auditors, the Association of Healthcare Internal Auditors, the Association of College & University Auditors, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, etc., and
• Conducting professional speaking engagements or writing internal auditing articles, as appropriate.

Ensure resources are adequate and sustained to address campus risks by:

• Hiring competent staff and encouraging staff to attain professional certifications, and
• Providing development and training opportunities to staff.

Provide administrative oversight for office operations that:

• Establishes appropriate policies and procedures for office and auditing activities,
• Ensures office budgets and accounts are appropriately maintained, and
• Conducts annual employee performance evaluations.

Financial Stewardship:

• Responsible for the financial management of the department
• Coordinate and direct the activities of the Internal Audit Department and perform administrative duties for the department
• Coordinate and manage all audits, follow-up reviews, and special projects
• Review audit working papers to ensure that conclusions, findings, and recommendations are adequately supported and documented in accordance with appropriate auditing standards and prescribed policies
• Review audit reports to ensure accuracy, conciseness, and clarity of thought. Plan and perform audits by surveying activities, evaluating internal controls, developing audit programs, and preparing audit working papers and reports
• Conduct and/or participate in meetings with client personnel and UT Tyler administration for the purpose of discussing audits and related business
• Supervise or conduct investigations of suspected theft or defalcations and perform special reviews or analyses as requested by management.

Minimum Required Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related is required.

Ten (10) years of experience in internal audit inclusive of demonstrated leadership role progression.

Demonstrated accomplishments in the healthcare arena with knowledge and experience of healthcare (Five (5) years).

May accept a combination of education and experience.

Familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures.

Extensive experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals is required.

Required Certifications / Licenses:

CPA or CIA License is required.

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

Communication

• The ability to provide effective oral and written communication that can be both technical and persuasive.
• The ability to listen during conversation and extract important information.
• Ability to assess situations, identifies audit issues, and offer relevant recommendations and practical solutions.
• Ability to quickly develop a rapport to become a trusted advisor.
• Strong facilitation and collaboration skills to drive audit clients to improved risk management.

Leadership & Productivity

• Ability to exercise good judgment, tact and leadership to successfully manage multiple ongoing audit projects.
• Proficiency in financial accounting principles and techniques including a deep understanding of management and operational principles related to a large business organization that includes academics, healthcare, research, and auxiliary units, in order to recognize and evaluate the materiality and significance of deviations from “good business practice.”
• Ability to work as part of a team acknowledging the special attributes necessary in a dual reporting role.
• Develop the skills and competencies of subordinates through training and development activities.
• Set high goals and standards of performance for self, subordinates and others in the organization.
• Ability to effectively build, motivate and lead a strong audit team.
• Create a goal-oriented environment where creativity and imaginative solutions are accepted.

Ethics

• Have unimpeachable integrity, objectivity and tenacity for doing what is right.

Organization and time management

• Plan activities in order to accomplish expected results with appropriate allocation of resources.

Problem solving and decision making

• Identify problems and their probable causes.
• Develop alternative courses of action based upon logical assumptions and make logical decisions.

General understanding and knowledge of:

• Generally accepted accounting and auditing procedures.
• Government auditing standards and procedures.
• Information Systems controls.
• Federal & State regulations.
• Data analytics.
• Automated working papers.

Knowledge development

• Assimilate and apply new and job-related information and apply into practice as needed.

Other Information

About The University of Texas at Tyler

Founded in 1971, The University of Texas at Tyler offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 10,000 students across five academic colleges and three schools — Ben and Maytee Fisch College of Pharmacy, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Education and Psychology, College of Engineering, Soules College of Business, School of Health Professions, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. UT Tyler welcomes students from many backgrounds and geographical areas, including 60 nations, 45 states, and 167 Texas counties. Learn more about the history of this great institution at uttyler.edu/about.

UT Tyler is part of the renowned University of Texas System, one of the largest public university systems in the nation and the world, along with 14 other health and academic institutions across Texas. Together, UT System institutions produce more than 66,000 graduates annually.

About Tyler, Texas

Renowned as the Rose Capital of the United States, Tyler is a growing mid-size city located less than 100 miles east of Dallas. As a regional focal point for entertainment, retail, healthcare, dining, arts and outdoor recreation, Tyler offers small-town

affordability with the comforts of a big city. Whether you want to take an afternoon to hike through Tyler State Park, shop at the Village at Cumberland Park or eat your way through all the local Tex-Mex joints, Tyler is a vibrant place to live and work. Plus, it was named the no. 1 city in Texas to move to by USA Today. So, beat the crowd and discover Tyler for yourself. .

Additional Information

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

EEO/AA Statement

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.