Staff Auditor

Summary Of Position Provides independent analyses and audit services to the Audit Subcommittee of the Board of Trustees and to university management to help minimize the University's exposure to risk, while enhancing business practices and service quality to the University. Plans, conducts, and documents audits; assesses risks; evaluates internal control design and effectiveness; performs fieldwork, testing, and data analysis. Position Information Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Responsible for performing financial, operational, and investigative audits and risk assessments. Performs periodic risk assessments, at least once annually, to develop the risk-based audit plan. Plans, schedules, and conducts internal audits, including the evaluation of the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with university policy, standards for professional practice, state and federal laws, contractual obligations, and sound business practices. Conducts fieldwork, including interviews with personnel, external confirmations, physical observation, and review and analysis of financial records and other University documents. Documents work performed by completing detailed work papers. Develops written audit findings and makes recommendations for corrective actions to improve processes, procedures, and controls to university management and to the Board of Trustees. Presents audit reports and findings to the Board of Trustees' Audit Subcommittee on a quarterly basis. Administers the University's anonymous reporting hotline. Performs ad hoc audits and other related duties as assigned. Other Functions and Responsibilities: Assists with training new hires. Performs other duties as assigned and/or required that are within the level of responsibility for this classification at the discretion of the supervisor. Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment. Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday. Primary Location: Youngstown Supervision Exercised: Supervision may be exercised over student employees. Reports to: Board of Trustees Vice President for Finance and Business Operations Qualifications and Competencies Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: Certification as a CIA or CPA (if not