Posting Details
This position is designated as Exempt from the Human Resources Act( EHRA ).
Posting Details
Benefits of Working at UNCW
Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the bestuniversities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sandafter a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmingtonoffers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with abeautiful location just miles from the beach.
Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package aswell as other programs, resources, policies, and practices thathelp to support a work/life balance. Our programs have beendesigned to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs andthe needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible fordental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefitplans eligibility begins on the first of the month following dateof hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibilitydate following election and include employer contributions foreither a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optionaldisability plans are also available.
Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiverprogram which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three(3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW orany other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCWcovers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summersession.
As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to theCampus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered oncampus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplementalinsurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paidholidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paidvacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12months of continuous service.
We also offer an abundance of training and development programsthrough our Dare toLearn Academy , and the employeeassistance program , many of which are offered free ofcharge.
Working Title
Senior Internal Auditor
External Link to Posting
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/31947
Vacancy Number
E1153
Position Number
1663
Location of Workplace
Main UNCW Campus
Home Department
Internal Audit - 25400
Division
Chancellor - 25000 Division
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Senior Internal Auditor position performs advanced auditactivities across a full range of programmatic functions,processes, and systems to support the Office of Internal Audit. Theposition is tasked with planning and conducting operational,compliance, financial, and special audits or consultations with theobjective of providing assurance that 1) internal controls areadequate and effective, 2) operations promote efficiency andcompliance with policies, applicable laws and regulations, and 3)assets of the university are properly protected. This position willbe expected to perform as Auditor-in-Charge on assigned engagementsand ensure audits follow prescribed audit standards andtimelines.
The position also serves as a technical resource for the InternalAudit office to interpret and assess unprecedented issues and actas an advisor and resource to campus constituents in riskidentification and resolution. This may include, but is not limitedto, interpreting policies and procedures, participating on standingcommittees, completing limited-life projects, attending ad hocmeetings, and engaging in routine information exchange.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
A Master’s degree in accounting or a discipline related to theprogram area with at least 2 years of related experience or aBachelor’s degree in accounting or a discipline related to theprogram area and 3 years related experience, or will accept acombination of equivalent education and experience in substitution.All degrees must be received from appropriately accreditedinstitutions.
Professional certification also required – see RequiredCertifications section
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills &Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in internal or external audit and assuranceservices.
- Previous experience working in higher education.
- Demonstrated experience in risk assessment, analyzing businessprocesses, and internal controls evaluation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities to be successful in theposition include:
- Knowledge and skill in applying the Principles of GenerallyAccepted Auditing Standards.
- Knowledge of the International Professional Practices Frameworkof Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing andthe Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of InternalAuditors.
- Ability to plan, assign and/or complete audit activities withinestablished deadlines and meet established goals andobjectives.
- Ability to read and interpret policies, procedures, andregulations and ability to test conformance to thosestandards.
- Considerable skill in collecting and analyzing complex data,evaluating information and systems, and drawing logicalconclusions.
- Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignmentsto effectively manage a fast paced and changing work environmentwithout compromising accuracy.
- Ability to identify problems and risks and recommendmodifications and solutions.
- Ability to negotiate issues and resolve problems.
- Proficiency with using Microsoft Office products includingWord, Excel, Access, and SharePoint and experience in using dataanalytic tools.
- Strong and effective verbal and written communications,including active listening skills, interviewing skills, andexperience with presenting findings and recommendations.
- Ability to write communications that convey concise andcomprehensive information.
- Demonstrated ability to establish, cultivate and maintainharmonious working relationships with co-workers, staff, faculty,students, and external contacts, and to work effectively in aprofessional team environment.
- Ability to build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation withinthe university’s formal and informal structures.
- Ability to consistently meet internal and external customerneeds and expectations in a professional manner.
- Acts in the best interest of the university, maintainconfidentiality and continually strive to improve self and jobperformance.
Required Certifications or Licensures
Position requires certification, to include one of thefollowing:
- Certified Internal Auditor ( CIA );
- Certified Public Accountant ( CPA );
- Certified Information Systems Auditor ( CISA );
- Certified Fraud Examiner ( CFE ).
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Office of Internal Audit provides independent, objectiveassurance and consulting services designed to add value and improvethe operations of the University of North Carolina Wilmington. TheOffice of Internal Audit assists the university in accomplishingits objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach toevaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control,and governance processes. The Office of Internal Audit supports themission of the university by partnering with university managementand assisting the Board of Trustees, through the Audit, Risk andCompliance Committee, in the effective discharge of theirresponsibilities to protect the assets and reputation of theuniversity and to promote operational effectiveness andefficiency.
The Office of Internal Audit conducts audits, consultations, andinvestigations related to all university entities, systems, andfunctions in accordance with an annual plan of coverage based on aninstitution-wide risk assessment. Internal Audit also coordinatesaudit activities with the Internal Audit staff at the UNC SystemOffice and with the Office of the State Auditor.
College/School Information
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastaluniversity, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring,research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-classfaculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national levelfor scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerfulacademic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and criticalthinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and globalperspectives.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers afull range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as wellas doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology,nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learningoptions, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSNprogram, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for workingprofessionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree programfocused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarlyactivities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “DoctoralUniversities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University)by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of HigherEducation.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since1969.
EEO Statement
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington ( UNCW ), ourculture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization,ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed toproviding equality of educational and employment opportunity forall persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, genderidentity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color,national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexualorientation, political affiliation, veteran status, militaryservice member status, genetic information, or relationship toother university constituents – except where sex, age, or abilityrepresent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications orwhere marital status is a statutorily established eligibilitycriterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believesthat embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff andstudents is critical to our success and paramount in beingrecognized for our global mindset.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offenderbackground checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motorvehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federallaw requires all employers to verify the identity and employmenteligibility of all persons hired to work in the UnitedStates.
Number of Openings
Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE : This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) onthe posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please besure you have fully completed the entire application, including the‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position.Applications must be submitted through the online applicationsystem to be considered.
Months Per Year
12 Months
FTE
1.0 (40 hours per week)
Type of Position
Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions
Job Posting Date
04/25/2024
Posting Close Date
05/27/2024
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 Professional References
Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please provide a brief statement on your work experienceregarding the International Professional Practices Framework ofStandards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing andthe Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of InternalAuditors.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please explain your experience with managing complex and/orhigh risk audit engagements?
(Open Ended Question)
- * Describe your experience in the management of multipleprojects in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Whatspecific strategies have you used to manage such anenvironment?
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please describe your experience providingleadership/mentorship to professional staff where you do not havedirect authority (i.e. leading through influence).
(Open Ended Question)
- * How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW? (2024)
- UNCW Website
- UNCW LinkedIn Page
- UNCW X Account (formerly Twitter)
- UNCW Employee Referral
- UNCW Instagram Account (UNCW_jobs)
- UNCW Job Alert
- Chronical of Higher Education
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- Glassdoor
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Hispanic Outlook
- Indeed
- Inside Higher Ed
- North Carolina Job Network
- Women in Higher Education
- Craigslist
- Career Events/Job Fairs
- Billboards/Marquee
- Other
- * If you selected 'Other' to the question above, please explainhow you found out about this opportunity. Enter N/A if notapplicable.
(Open Ended Question)
