Audit Manager - Texas Tech University System (Wichita Falls, TX)

Description : Texas Tech University System is hiring an Audit Manager in Wichita Falls, Texas. This leadership role in TTUS Audit Services will plan, conduct, and supervise complex risk-based audit and consulting engagements across the Texas Tech University System and its component institutions. The successful candidate will bring strong audit judgment, supervisory ability, and a commitment to effective governance, risk management, internal controls, and accountability in a higher-education environment. The position offers the opportunity to work with a collaborative system-wide audit team while based in Wichita Falls. Apply through the official Texas Tech University System careers site: Job 45863BR, Audit ManagerWichita Falls. Plans, performs and supervises complex audit work, including audit, consulting, and investigative engagements for Texas Tech University System and all component institutions. Concurrently manages multiple engagements. Lives and promotes the values of the Texas Tech University System: People First, Integrity, Community, Respect, and Exemplary Service. Work requires extensive interaction with coworkers and clients, excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to gather facts, conduct interviews, and interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies with sound judgment. Work requires a high degree of initiative and is performed under limited supervision. Examples : Major/Essential Functions 1. Independently gain an understanding of complex subject matter areas and applies knowledge in performing audit, advisory, and investigative engagements at component institutions. 2. Independently conduct or lead the audit planning process, including risk assessment, establishment of audit objectives, and development of audit programs for complex engagements. 3. For complex engagements, independently document and ensure through the review process that all documentation is clear, concise, and organized in a logical way and fully support conclusions and audit objectives. 4. Write professional, concise, comprehensive, and clear reports to management to communicate the results of engagements. 5. Demonstrate effective project management of teams conducting multiple engagements in varying stages of completion. Effective project management encompasses communication, engagement economics, and technical audit skills. 6. Develop target dates and project time budgets for complex engagements. Proactively monitor and communicate time budgets and deadlines and make consistent effort to lead teams in meeting budgets and deadlines. 7. Demonstrate in-depth understanding of audit procedures, controls, standards, and best practices in internal auditing. Communicate audit techniques to others and contribute to the development of team members. 8. Build and maintain effective client relationships and communicate with clients regarding the audit process and results in a professional, comprehensive, clear, and concise manner. 9. Demonstrates sound professional judgment, critical thinking, and ethical decision-making skills to recognize problems and determine optimal solutions to address issues. 10. Demonstrate leadership skills including openness, availability, and approachability to foster teamwork and collaboration. Provide timely feedback throughout engagements and formally conduct post-engagement assessments of team members. 11. Contribute to continuous departmental improvement, including critiquing audit processes and procedures, in order to conduct future audits more effectively and efficiently. 12. Demonstrate the ability to prepare and deliver informational presentations to both internal and external constituencies. 13. Exhibit the ability and willingness to perform the duties of Senior and Staff Auditors when necessary. 14. Live and promote the values of the Texas Tech University System: People First, Integrit , Community, Resilience, and Exemplary Service. Physical Condition : Experience : Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The Audit Manager will have project management responsibilities leading teams of various sizes and experience levels. The Audit Manager may coordinate the work of multiple projects and teams concurrently. Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite. Excellent oral and written communication skills. The ability to carry a laptop, work extended hours, and travel. The integrity to maintain confidentiality. Knowledge of internal auditing standards and practices. Knowledge : Education : Bachelor's degree in business, public administration or related field with four years of audit or related experience, two of which are in a supervisory capacity. CPA or CIA certification with current license. Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience. Additional Requirements : Standard Requirements : Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to Universitys core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required. This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. To Apply: Cover Letter, Professional License or Certification, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV, Transcript.