Director of Internal Audit

• Supervise the overall work quality of the internal audit department, which includes maintaining the department's conformance to the Global Internal Audit Standards as promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Using an appropriate risk-based methodology, develop the annual audit strategy, audit plan and audit scope for review and approval by the Internal Audit Committee and the State Board.
• Manage all internal audit activity, including coordinating with external service providers, to coordinate audit projects, assessments, and any enterprise level regulatory audit requirements.
• Manage all investigations of suspected fraud, waste, or abuse within the organization whether received internally or from the Office of the State Inspector General (OSIG), and notify the Audit Committee, management, and OSIG of the results.
• Implement the approved audit plan and report on results relating to the internal control environment and financial and operational controls, processes, and system capabilities.
• Establish and maintain key relationships throughout the organization as a means of supporting management as a credible and trusted partner.
• Obtain information needed to perform functional duties, provide business advisory service, and deliver strategic recommendations.
• Professionally communicate both orally and in writing and prepare formal presentations and reports with executive summaries and recommendations based on audit results to senior management and the Audit Committee of the State Board.
• Hire, develop, and manage a high performing internal audit team with sufficient knowledge, skills, and experience to perform the work, and whose consultation and advice are sought out by the organization.
• Understand and apply state laws, regulations and federal compliance requirements.

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

• Master's degree in accounting or related discipline or a bachelor's degree with experience equivalent to a master's degree
• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Significant audit experience with multiple agencies, including increasingly responsible leadership experience.

• In-depth knowledge of the Global Internal Audit Standards (Standards) and the Code of Ethics promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
• In-depth knowledge of auditing process
• In-depth knowledge of fraud and requirements of the OSIG
• In-depth knowledge of Information Technology risks and controls
• In-depth knowledge of higher education and applicable federal and state regulations
• General knowledge of management and supervision practices
• General knowledge of state and government organization and functions
• General knowledge of project management techniques and best practices

• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills that articulate challenges, opportunities, and details professionally and clearly
• Demonstrated initiative and self-motivation, and excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills, including supervising, recruiting, developing, training and coaching staff; and managing performance and employee relations concerns
• Ability to manage and monitor the budget for the Internal Audit department
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Zoom and the Microsoft Office Suite and open to learning other computer applications including the TeamMate audit management application and TeamMate Analytics tools

• Set priorities and clear goals and deliver timely, high quality customer service in a demanding, deadline-oriented environment that serves multiple stakeholders
• Establish and maintain key relationships throughout the organization
• Conceptualize and think strategically to maximize available resources
• Work with and coordinate cross-functional teams
• Supervise externally co-sourcing contracts for audits and projects
• Understand processes and gap analyses, and problem-solve to address these issues
• Coordinate with many stakeholders and teams in a complex environment
• Travel as required for business and other job-related responsibilities, including to college campuses throughout the state
• Attend and present at State Board and other meetings, events, and functions consistent with the position or as a leader within the VCCS

• Significant audit experience in higher education or public service setting
• Knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, and governmental accounting standards and systems

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

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