Audits Manager I

Posting Number STA00862PO23 Job Family Audit, Compliance and Risk Management Job Function Audit USC Market Title Audit Manager Job Level P3 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Audits Manager I Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Audit and Advisory Department Audit and Advisory Services State Pay Band 8 Approved Starting Salary $72,093 Advertised Salary Range $72,093 - $96,869 Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.
5 Work Schedule The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5:00pm with one hour for lunch.
However, we practice flexible and hybrid (remote) work schedules.
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Position Description Advertised Job Summary The Audit Manager is responsible for completing all stages of audit and advisory engagements across the University system to provide reasonable assurance that risk management, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended.
This involves planning, performing, and documenting the results of operational, financial, and compliance engagements.
The Audit Manager may lead and develop staff in the performance of audit and advisory engagements.
The Audit Manager will lead department quality assurance initiatives, including development of training related to risk management, control, and governance systems to be presented to the University community.
The Audit Manager will interact with many levels of University administration and is expected to possess strong communication skills.
The candidate is expected to work under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
Specific job duties include: - Partner with management to assess risks - Plan, design and perform audit tests, and prepare workpapers to document tests performed - Perform evaluations of financial and control systems and make appropriate recommendations to strengthen controls and/or improve processes - Communicate the results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to management and the Board of Trustees - Work with management to reach a satisfactory resolution of findings and action plans - Provide management advisory services and conduct internal control training – Pursue professional development opportunities, including external and internal training - Represent AAS on organizational project teams and with external organizations - Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and 4 years professional-level experience in accounting, auditing or financial management.
Must have CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA or equivalent professional certification.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred qualifications for Audit Managers include: - Master’s Degree in a business-related field - Knowledge of higher education industry policies, procedures, regulations, and laws Knowledge/Skills/Abilities In addition, the following demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities are desired: - Adept in balancing communications with stakeholders and confidentiality required of the audit profession.
- Sound business acumen and varied work experience - High analytical proficiency, with the ability to assimilate complex information quickly - Skilled in clearly communicating both details and synopses to a variety of audiences in both verbal and written forms - Ability to establish and maintain objectivity while providing superior customer service - Adept at leveraging technology to prepare analyses, summaries, reports, and memos – Knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by The Institute of Internal Auditors - Experienced in multi-tasking and time management to meet deadlines - Familiarity with forensic accounting and investigative work Job Duties Job Duty Complete audit and advisory engagements, ensuring they are thoroughly performed and of the highest quality, completed in accordance with IIA professional standards and Audit & Advisory Services procedures.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Prioritize work and demonstrate flexibility in managing audit and advisory engagements to an agreed-upon budget, notifying AAS management of issues that may have a significant impact on the audit schedule.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Communicate the results of audit and advisory engagements via written reports and oral presentations to management and the Board of Trustees.
Work with management to reach a satisfactory resolution of observations, recommendations and action plans.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Maintain focus on professional development through department assignments; internal and external training; review of technical updates, higher education issues, and governmental regulations; and changes in professional standards.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Complete non-engagement assignments, including quality initiatives and administrative assignments.
Represent AAS on organizational project teams, with external organizations, in University meetings and presentations, etc.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.
95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 07/07/2023 Job Close Date 12/08/2023 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website.
After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.
This employment site is updated on a regular basis.
The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.
Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by December 8, 2023.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.
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