Staff Internal Auditor

Job Description Summary

We are looking for an objective Internal auditor to add value and improve our operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. The successful candidate will possess a thorough knowledge of accounting procedures and a sound judgement. **

Essential Functions And Responsibilities**

• Communicate and collaborate with IA team members, Strategic Analysis Team, department leadership and client representatives
• Assist in the planning and performing of independent, objective audit and operational consulting engagements based upon defined scope and established milestones
• Examine and analyze records and conduct client interviews to evaluate internal controls, operations, business process design, risk mitigation strategy and/or compliance with LU policy or third party regulations
• Document risk-based engagement planning, work papers and engagement reports
• Assist in strategic operational analyses of university departments as requested by senior leadership
• Identification and communication of opportunities to enhance efficiencies, effectiveness, and excellence experienced by University stakeholders
• Monitor key performance indicators for department performance and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Assist as needed in conducting reviews of purchasing-card transactions for compliance with internal policies
• Review industry, trade and regulatory publications for audit considerations, and coordinate audit activities with other compliance and monitoring functions across Liberty University.
• Provides assistance as needed in investigations into ethics and compliance related issues.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications And Credentials

Education and Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pursuing CPA, CIA, or CISA certification
• Pursuing Masters in Accounting or Business related field
• 1-3 years accounting or auditing experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or Business related field
• 1-3 years professional experience
• Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups.
• Individual must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan
• Individual must not be convicted of, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of federal, state, or local government funds, -or- be administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or any other material violation of law involving federal, state, or local government funds (CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i))

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information
• Ability to communicate in a professional and Christ-like manner, resolving issues with an attitude of courtesy and respect
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business, government and community customers and associates
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills including detailed knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, utilize critical thinking, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Frequently required to sit for extended periods of time to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building
• Occasionally required to handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate.

Driving Requirements

None

Disclaimer Liberty University’s hiring practices and EEO Statement are fully in compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment preference to members of their own religion. Liberty University is in that category.