Staff Auditor I

Job Description :

The Office of Internal Audit (OIA) supports the University's mission by providing objective and independent assurance, consulting, and investigative services to reduce risks and improve operations.

The OIA invites applicants for the Staff Auditor I position. The Staff Auditor I assists in financial, information technology, operational, performance, compliance, and other related audits or reviews as assigned. Under the supervision of departmental leadership, the Staff Auditor will participate in the planning, fieldwork, testing and data analysis, interviewing, evaluating internal controls and key business processes, identifying observations, and preparing reports in accordance with the OIA procedures and applicable professional auditing standards.

Key Responsibilities :

• Assist in conducting audits and reviews, including assessing risks, evaluating internal control design and effectiveness, executing audit programs, work plans, and performing fieldwork, testing, and data analysis.
• Prepare work papers and reports consistent with the audit plan procedures with a high level of technical and grammatical accuracy and structure.
• Adhere to OIA procedures and applicable professional auditing standards.
• Provide updates to supervisor on status of assigned work, including immediate communication of any issues or challenges.
• Assist in assessing the impact of internal control deficiencies and develop recommendations to improve controls and key business processes.
• Effectively meet agreed-upon audit and review completion timelines while participating in other organizational initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for reducing costs, improving processes, and enhancing the university’s image in the community.
• Ensure that the internal audit quality assurance requirements, as promulgated by the IIA and related professional standards, are followed and practiced, and support any independent external assessments.
• Maintain professional proficiency via continuing professional education, participating in professional associations while staying abreast of leading practices, industry trends, and emerging risks.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual risk assessment for audit planning purposes.
• Participate in investigations as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Expected Salary :

Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience. The University of Florida offers a generous benefits package that includes health, life, and dental insurance options, as well as vacation leave, sick leave, and personal days.

Minimum Requirements : Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, economics, or related field. Minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience with either a "Big 4" accounting firm, a mid-level accounting firm, and / or a mid to large corporation's internal audit department. Preferred Qualifications :

Working knowledge and experience with MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and data analytic tools.

Skills in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated critical thinking / problem solving skills.

Commitment to high ethical and professional standards.

High degree of personal integrity and sound judgment.