Auditor 2

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

Internal auditing is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization’s operations. It helps UNC-Chapel Hill accomplish its mission, goals, and objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. The underlying premise of our work is that the University, as a leader in the dynamic environment of higher education, must function at the highest level possible. Internal Audit supports this objective by providing independent, proactive analyses of governance, operations, financial activities, and systems of internal control. The purpose of these analyses is to evaluate whether resources are used in a way that appropriately manages risk and is in keeping with State requirements and the University’s mission, goals, and objectives.

Position Summary:

With general guidance and supervision: Plans and conducts audits of University departments and activities including, to some extent, information technology activities. Performs special projects and misuse investigations. Both types of projects may be complex. Selects appropriate scope, objectives, and audit procedures for projects. Documents the results of audits, special projects, and misuse investigations, completely, and in keeping with department and professional standards. Manages project time budgets and time frames. Presents the results of audits and other projects to management orally and in writing. Makes recommendations for corrective action that address the underlying cause of problems identified in the audit or other review.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location of up to 50% remote, consistent with System Office policy. UNC-Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Mid-career with Masters and 1-2 yrs experience; or Bachelors and 2-4 yrs experience

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business area. This position requires excellent organizational and communication skills, the ability to work independently to execute well-defined business processes, and the ability to provide excellent customer service. The successful candidate will have the ability to self-initiate and seek out opportunities for evaluating business processes, conducting operational and financial analysis, and being adept at problem-solving.

Attention to detail.
Excellent writing skills.
Excellent analytical skills.
Ability to work autonomously, with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Strong preference for candidates with professional certification(s) such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). Preference for experience in higher education, particularly in internal auditing. Prefer experience with PeopleSoft, and experience performing data analytics using ACL, IDEA, or similar tools.