Senior Internal Auditor

Primary Location:

3452 Spur 399, McKinney, Texas, 75069

We are searching for candidates that meet the required qualifications and experience and are able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Job Summary:

Perform audit work for the Office of Internal Audits. Responsibilities include financial, operational, compliance and audits. Perform consulting related work as appropriate. Effective completion of audits and other engagements.

Required Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform independent audits which include reviewing operations to ensure reliability and integrity of financial and operational information, effectiveness and efficiency of operations, safeguarding of assets, and compliance with laws, regulations, and contracts.
• Perform project-level risk assessments. Interview personnel to obtain relevant information and an understanding of the audit area.
• Review documentation to ensure proper compliance with university policies and applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Review information systems and evaluate their effectiveness, reliability, and security.
• Review documentation of physical assets determining the degree to which they are utilized and safeguarded.
• Review documentation for internal control deficiencies, fraud, or compliance issues. Prepare audit reports and provide recommendations.
• Assist in performing fraud investigations, as necessary.
• Perform consulting engagements, as appropriate. Develop strong relationships with audit clients.
• Develop new audit steps and innovative auditing techniques.
• Perform annual risk assessments and develop the Annual Audit Plan.

 
Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and core values.

 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and related Code of Ethics
• Knowledge of internal control concepts
• Knowledge of auditing techniques
• Knowledge of compliance concepts and requirements at the institution, state, and federal level
• Knowledge of computer systems and information security concepts
• Knowledge of fraud-related concepts and investigation techniques
• Skill in the use of audit documentation software
• Skill in the use of data analytics and sampling techniques
• Skill in identifying mathematical, financial, or statistical irregularities; in identifying, resolving, and preventing discrepancies by using strong analytical techniques
• Ability to plan, organize, and perform audit and consulting engagements effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment including university-related software and email
• Capable of maintaining flexibility and adjusting to evolving circumstances

 
Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Occasional physical effort required.
  
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or a related field from an accredited institution.

Preferred

Three (3) years of progressively responsible auditing experience. Auditing experience in higher education and/or governmental area
 
Licenses and Certifications
Familiarity with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and Institute of Internal Auditors Code of Ethics required. Familiarity with the Texas Internal Auditing Act preferred.

CPA and/or professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, CFE or CGAP required.
 
**This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.**

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required & Preferred Qualifications (if applicable):

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

***This is a Security Sensitive position. Therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.***

Compensation Type:

Salary

Employment Type:

Full time

Hiring Minimum

$81,958.00

Hiring Maximum

$99,948.50

Compensation is determined based on experience.

**Application submission deadline is 12am of the date listed.**

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.