Staff Internal Auditor

We are looking for an objective Internal auditor to add value and improve our operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. The successful candidate will possess a thorough knowledge of accounting procedures and a sound judgement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate and collaborate with IA team members, Strategic Analysis Team, department leadership and client representatives
• Assist in the planning and performing of independent, objective audit and operational consulting engagements based upon defined scope and established milestones
• Examine and analyze records and conduct client interviews to evaluate internal controls, operations, business process design, risk mitigation strategy and/or compliance with LU policy or third party regulations
• Document risk-based engagement planning, work papers and engagement reports
• Assist in strategic operational analyses of university departments as requested by senior leadership
• Identification and communication of opportunities to enhance efficiencies, effectiveness, and excellence experienced by University stakeholders
• Monitor key performance indicators for department performance and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Assist as needed in conducting reviews of purchasing-card transactions for compliance with internal policies
• Review industry, trade and regulatory publications for audit considerations, and coordinate audit activities with other compliance and monitoring functions across Liberty University.
• Provides assistance as needed in investigations into ethics and compliance related issues.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Education and Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pursuing CPA, CIA, or CISA certification
• Pursuing Masters in Accounting or Business related field
• 1-3 years accounting or auditing experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or Business related field
• 1-3 years professional experience
• Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups.
• Individual must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan
• Individual must not be convicted of, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of federal, state, or local government funds, -or- be administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or any other material violation of law involving federal, state, or local government funds (CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i))