Information Technology Audit Specialist

Winston-Salem State University•Winston-Salem, NC

About The Position

Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) is seeking an Information Technology Audit Specialist to join the Office of Internal Audit. The Office of Internal Audit (IA) provides independent and objective assurance services to the UNC Board of Governors, both the Winston-Salem State University & UNC School of the Arts Board of Trustees and executive management teams on each University’s ability to achieve its objectives. IA evaluates and recommends improvements to the effectiveness of each University’s risk management, control, and governance processes. We’re a collaborative group that enjoys digging into details, uncovering insights, and celebrating the wins along the way. The IT Audit Specialist will serve as a change agent and provide recommendations for improvements where necessary to assist the university with achieving strategic success. This position will be responsible for conducting information technology reviews at Winston-Salem State University and providing assistance with Internal Audit’s special projects and other reviews. This position also supports Internal Audit’s contract for services with UNC School of the Arts when by providing assistance with other special projects when necessary.

Requirements

Four years experience in IT auditing or closely related area.
Auditing experience in internal auditing or with a public accounting firm or governmental agency.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, and procedures concerning accounting, auditing and IS regulations, of internal auditing standards, practices, reporting guidelines, and generally accepted auditing standards, of different IT platforms, and enterprise resources planning applications
Familiarity leading and executing risk-based IT-related internal audits and/or risk and control assessments, leveraging IT governance and control frameworks.
Demonstrated ability to compile, monitor, and audit various financial, systems, and/or program information for accuracy, integrity, and conformance to rules and regulations.
Demonstrated ability to draw conclusions and prepare audit findings to present recommendations supported by facts.
Demonstrated ability to recognize problems and identify findings that have established precedents and limited impact, referring non-standard questions and problems to higher levels.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate verbally and/or deliver oral presentations of structured information in a clear, concise, and organized manner.
Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with people of varying expertise and backgrounds, upon short acquaintance and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.
Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, strong computer and research skills, and ability to balance multiple assignments simultaneously and function in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Perform planned audits and assist in planning audits as assigned by supervisor
Execute audit procedures for complex audits as directed by audit plan, audit programs, instructions in standard work papers, and supervisor instructions
Design specific audit procedures to appropriately address all audit objectives, determine the nature, timing, and extent of procedures to ensure consistency with professional standards and specific objectives of the area under review
Gather and analyze data using the most effective and cost-beneficial methods, including computer-assisted audit techniques and programs
Draw accurate conclusions from the evaluations of evidence and be proficient in identifying internal control strengths and weaknesses, operational efficiencies and inefficiencies, compliance with policies and procedures, misappropriation of funds, and misuse of assets/resources
Performs audit procedures to ensure sufficient evidential matter is obtained to substantiate the successful implementation of policies and procedures, and document work papers with complete, accurate, and clear information
Conduct IT Related audits and other projects
Review transactions and matters for the purpose of ensuring regulatory compliance and identifying waste, fraud, and abuse
Compile, monitor, and audit various financial systems, and program information for accuracy, integrity, and conformance to rules and regulations
Communicate fiscal and programmatic information to partners with varying backgrounds and levels of expertise
Remain current on federal, state, and local laws and regulations, accounting and auditing standards
Assist with routine special projects such as risk assessments
Support Internal Audit’s contract for services with UNCSA