Executive Director of Internal Audit

Job Description

Columbia State is hiring an Executive Director of Internal Audit

The Executive Director is responsible for conducting internal financial, operational, and compliance audits as outlined in the Colleges’ annual plan, or as directed for validating, enhancing or improving institutional processes. Specifically, the audits are for determining the adequacy of the institution’s systems of internal control for continuous improvement; risk management and fraud awareness; efficiency and effectiveness of financial, administrative and academic management; and verification of compliance with policies, requirements, and laws of the College, Tennessee Board of Regents, State of Tennessee, Federal Regulations, and accreditation standards. This position reports to the President.

This is a hybrid virtual/in-person position, primarily located on the Columbia, TN Campus.

Essential Functions

• Draft in concert with the President a comprehensive internal audit program for the College.
• Prepare an annual audit plan and risk assessment review, in concert with the president, for submission to the TBR Audit Committee for approval via the Chief Audit Executive. The plan includes any regular or special audit activities requested by the TBR Audit Committee.
• Meet with the president periodically for review of audit activities, status of the audit plan, any suggested alterations of the plan due to unforeseen changes, and drafts of reports or activities needed or required for submission to the TBR Audit Committee.
• Plan and oversee the department’s budget based on goals and objectives congruent with strategic plan, college(s) initiatives, and internal audit plan.
• Maintain an office culture that is collaborative and viewed as one with a perspective that internal audit adds value to the operational, compliance and financial processes for improvement, efficiency and effectiveness in goal attainment.
• Examine college records and test for compliance with TBR and college policies and with state and federal laws
• Prepare working papers to document work performed and conclusions; discuss findings, observations, and recommendations with appropriate personnel; develop a plan of action to resolve any deficiencies
• Analyze systems and processes for efficiency; make recommendations to appropriate administrators as necessary
• Conduct special investigations including fraud, waste or abuse as directed and make recommendations for improved controls, operating procedures, account records, and systems designs.
• Complete special assignment as directed by the TBR Audit Committee or Chief Executive for Audit.
• Assist the President in maintaining operations which are fiscally well-controlled, efficient, and effective
• Coordinate special assignments from the President and develop suggestions for enhancement.
• Promote, support, and participate in student activities including recruitment, retention and success initiatives.
• Comply with the Institute of Internal Auditors Global Internal Audit Standards and other authoritative bodies Code of Ethics.
• Provide development, oversight of programs and services that result in enrollment, progression, retention and graduation growth for the service area.

Supplemental Functions

• Continue to develop professionally
• Utilize technology as a tool for enhancement of operation, instruction and services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• Active CPA or CIA
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting or a Related business field from a regionally accredited institution
• At least 5 years professional experience in auditing; up to 2 years professional experience in accounting or a related business field may be substituted for 2 years in auditing.
• Demonstrated professional experience in managing project(s).
• Documented experience working independently.
• Demonstrated effective skills and abilities for using or learning student information systems, Microsoft office, and other software used by the College and HR office.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated effective written and oral communications skills
• Documented experience working independently.
• Demonstrated effective and respectful interpersonal skills
• Possess effective personal computing skills with Microsoft Office software programs.
• Possess knowledge of and skill in use of integrated information systems for student and administrative functions.
• Possess effective analytical skills.
• Proven ability to exercise professional judgment in evaluating information and making recommendations.
• Excellent organizational and management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication and presentation skills with effective communication in written and spoken English.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations including college faculty, staff and community groups.

Working Conditions

• Normal sitting, standing and movements in an office and campus environment
• Normal use of personal computer
• Normal use of telephone and standard office equipment
• Occasional to frequent travel to attend meetings, workshops, professional development training or other business-related functions within the College’s service area as well as state-wide regionally or nationally.
• Work outside normal business hours.

Titles Supervised

None

This position is primarily based at the Columbia TN Campus

About Columbia State Community College:

As Tennessee’s first community college (established in 1966), Columbia State is committed to student success both in and out of the classroom, as well as economic and community development in our nine-county service area. Columbia State is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents.

Columbia State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 14 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents