What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auditor position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00103PO25
Job Family
Audit, Compliance and Risk Management
Job Function
Audit
USC Market Title
Auditor
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/169647
Job Level
P0 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)
Auditor
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
Audit and Advisory
Department
AUD Audit and Advisory Services
State Pay Band
6
Approved Starting Salary
$49,396
Advertised Salary Range
$49,396-$74,094
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Audit and Advisory Services is seeking to hire an Auditor to join our team.
The Auditor is responsible for completing all stages of audit and advisory engagements across the University system to provide reasonable assurance that risk management, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended. This involves planning, performing, and documenting the results of operational, financial, and compliance engagements. This position is the journey-level of the audit roles.
The Auditor will interact with many levels of University administration and is expected to possess strong communication skills. The candidate is expected to work under moderate supervision with general latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
The Auditor is responsible for completing all stages of audit and advisory engagements across the University system to provide reasonable assurance that risk management, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended. This involves planning, performing, and documenting the results of operational, financial, and compliance engagements. This position is the journey-level of the audit roles.
The Auditor will interact with many levels of University administration and is expected to possess strong communication skills. The candidate is expected to work under moderate supervision with general latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
Specific job duties include:
- Partner with management to assess risks
- Plan, design and perform audit tests, and prepare workpapers to document tests performed
- Perform evaluations of financial and control systems and make appropriate recommendations to strengthen controls and/or improve processes
- Communicate the results of audit and consulting projects via written reports to management and the Board of Trustees
- Work with management to reach a satisfactory resolution of findings and action plans
- Provide management advisory services
- Pursue professional development opportunities, including external and internal training
- Represent AAS on organizational project teams and with external organizations
- Other duties as assigned
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and 1 year of professional-level experience in accounting, auditing or financial management, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.
CPA, CIA, CFE, or CISA is preferred (or working towards obtaining one of the certifications).
Knowledge of higher education industry policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
CPA, CIA, CFE, or CISA is preferred (or working towards obtaining one of the certifications).
Knowledge of higher education industry policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
In addition, the following demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities are desired:
- Adept in balancing communications with stakeholders and confidentiality required of the audit profession.
- Sound business acumen and varied work experience.
- Analytical proficiency, with the ability to assimilate complex information.
- Skilled in clearly communicating both details and synopses to a variety of audiences in both verbal and written forms.
- Ability to establish and maintain objectivity while providing superior customer service.
- Adept at leveraging technology to prepare analyses, summaries, reports, and memos.
- Knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by The Institute of Internal Auditors.
- Experienced in multi-tasking and time management to meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with forensic accounting and investigative work.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Under general supervision with limited autonomy, complete audit and advisory engagements, ensuring they are thoroughly performed and of the highest quality, completed in accordance with IIA professional standards and Audit & Advisory Services procedures.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Prioritize work and demonstrate flexibility in managing audit and advisory engagements to an agree-upon budget, notifying AAS management of issues that may have a significant impact on the audit schedule.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Communicate the results of audit and advisory engagements via written reports to management that contribute to presentations to the Board of Trustees. Work with management to reach a satisfactory resolution of observations, recommendations and action plans.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Complete non-engagement assignments, including quality initiatives and administrative assignments. Represent AAS on organizational project teams and meetings.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Maintain focus on professional development through department assignments; internal and external training; review of technical updates, higher education issues, and governmental regulations; and changes in professional standards.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date
02/10/2025
Job Close Date
03/10/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by March 10, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/183261
EEO Statement
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Salary : $49,396 - $74,094
