Audit Investigator III

University of Central Florida•Orlando, FL

12d•$87,500 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

UCF University Audit is seeking an Audit Investigator III to conduct complex and sensitive investigations involving financial fraud, waste, abuse, employee misconduct, and violations of laws, regulations, rules, and university policies. The position independently manages investigations from initial complaint assessment and planning through evidence analysis, documentation, findings, and final reporting, helping promote accountability and safeguard university resources. The ideal candidate has experience in financial fraud investigations, accounting, auditing, forensic accounting, compliance, law enforcement, or a related investigative field. The role requires strong analytical and investigative writing skills, discretion in handling sensitive information, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with university stakeholders. UCF University Audit provides internal audits and reviews, management consulting and advisory services, investigations of fraud, waste, or abuse, follow-up on recommendations, evaluation of risk management and governance processes, and coordination with external auditors. It reports administratively to the Office of the President and functionally to the Audit and Compliance Committee of the Board of Trustees to promote independence and full consideration of audit recommendations and management action plans. This is a regular, on-site position at UCF. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The anticipated salary range is $87,500 to negotiable; the posted expected salary range is $75,809 to negotiable. Final salary depends on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship and H-1B transfers are unavailable. UCF expects employees to reside in Florida when employment begins unless the posting explicitly states otherwise.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
Must obtain the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation within one year of hire.
Must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship and H-1B transfers are not available.
Must work on-site at UCF as the primary work location.

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting complex financial fraud, compliance, employee misconduct, or fraud, waste, and abuse investigations.
Experience applying accounting, auditing, forensic accounting, or financial analysis principles in an investigative environment.
Experience independently managing investigations from complaint assessment through findings and final reporting, including preparing investigative reports and professional correspondence.
Experience preparing for, conducting, and documenting sensitive interviews and communicating with stakeholders at multiple organizational levels.
Experience using data analytics, case-management systems, audit software, or emerging technologies to support investigative work.
Experience working in higher education, government, the public sector, internal audit, corporate compliance, or another regulated environment.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, criminal justice, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

Lead complex and sensitive investigations involving alleged fraud, waste, abuse, employee misconduct, and violations of applicable laws, regulations, rules, and university policies.
Independently manage investigations from initial planning through interviews, evidence collection and analysis, documentation, findings, and final reporting.
Manage complaint intake and triage by assessing jurisdiction, investigative needs, risk, urgency, and the appropriate course of action.
Evaluate the potential applicability of the Florida Whistle-blower Act and coordinate with university stakeholders to support appropriate and consistent complaint resolution.
Prepare comprehensive investigative reports, workpapers, findings, and related correspondence in accordance with university procedures and professional standards.
Assist with reviewing investigative workpapers, managing assignments, and providing backup support to the investigations manager or associate director, as needed.
Maintain regular communication with team members and leadership regarding investigative progress, significant developments, and case resolution.
Support fraud awareness and prevention initiatives, including the UCF Fraud Risk Assessment Committee; guide University Audit interns; and participate in audits or consulting projects as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.