Senior Internal Auditor

Nevada System of Higher Education

23h

About The Position

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) invites applications and nominations for the position of Senior Internal Auditor. This is a renewable, full-time, non-tenured, administrative position and reports to the Internal Audit Manager. The position will be located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Senior Internal Auditor performs assigned audits across functions of NSHE. It is expected that beyond the assignment of projects and guidance concerning priorities, minimal supervision will be required. The Senior Internal Auditor makes independent decisions and recommendations.

Requirements

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of three years progressive experience directly applicable to the position.
Complete written and oral presentations with superb communication skills
Plan and execute internal audits in accordance with accepted standards
Evaluate and analyze complex data; make informed, objective opinions on audit findings; and make appropriate recommendations to improve deficient conditions
Review audit work papers prior to review by the Internal Audit Manager
Maintain competencies in auditing through participation in professional development activities
Provide day-to-day supervision of staff auditors

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates who have experience overseeing staff and who maintain a relevant certification (CPA, CIA, etc.) or are certification-eligible.

Responsibilities

Survey functions and activities in assigned areas to determine the nature of operations and the adequacy of controls to achieve established objectives
Determine the direction and thrust of the proposed audit effort
Plan the scope of an audit using a risk-based methodology and prepare a related audit program
Determine the auditing procedures to be used, including statistical sampling and use of data analytics software
Identify key control points of the system
Perform audits in a professional manner in accordance with the approved audit program
Obtain, analyze and appraise audit evidence as the basis for an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency of the activities being reviewed
Direct, counsel and mentor staff assistants assigned to a given audit
Make oral and written presentations to management throughout the audit, and at the conclusion of the review, discuss observations and recommended corrective actions for improvement
Prepare formal written reports and other deliverables expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency with which activities are performed