Under the general direction of the Audit Director or the Senior Internal Auditor, conducts audits to evaluate financial, administrative, and functional operations in order to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, University policies and procedures, and sound business practices; identifies process improvements; makes formal recommendations based on findings and provides follow up monitoring of the status of management's corrective actions. This position has access to a variety of confidential information, including that used in collective bargaining.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Establishes an audit and/or project plan for each assignment in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards.
Conducts audits and other critical reviews to assess the effectiveness of business practices; compliance with pertinent governmental regulations and University policies and procedures; protection of University assets; and the achievement of both tangible and intangible objectives in relation to the following:
Financial records, reports, and related fiscal matters,
Operations, policies, and procedures,
Conducts management analyses, feasibility studies, etc. as requested.
Evaluates existing and proposed systems and procedures to determine efficiency, effectiveness, risk, and compliance with sound accounting and management principles.
Analyzes and evaluates results of audits, reports findings, and makes formal recommendations for a range of corrective actions.
Effectively communicates observations and recommendations through clearly written reports and correspondence.
Reviews findings and formal recommendations with appropriate supervisory staff and administrative officials of areas audited and assists, as appropriate, in implementing corrective action.
Follows up on audit recommendations to assess the implementation of recommended changes.
Performs related duties as required.
Bachelor?s degree in accounting, business management, or a related field.
Two (2) years of experience in professional auditing.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess data and information and effectively organize it in a clear, logical format.
Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and projects.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Master?s degree in a related field.
Knowledge of research related compliance.
Experience in Higher Education and/or Healthcare.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or equivalent designation.
This is a full-time, permanent position. The hiring range for the Internal Auditor (University Staff Professional 1) is $80,0000 to $95,000 based on a successful candidate's background and experience. The Internal Auditor position will support AMAS activities on all UConn and UConn Health campuses, with a primary work location at UConn. This role requires in-person work with flexibility for telecommuting on a hybrid basis subject to authorization and University policy. The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #498869 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 12, 2025.
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The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.
Internal Number: 498869
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