Internal Auditor I or Internal Auditor II

MSU Jobs • Starkville, MS

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mississippi State University’s Office of Internal Audit is seeking an Internal Auditor I or Internal Auditor II to join a small, collaborative team that works across campus on a wide variety of audits and reviews. This position is a good opportunity for someone who enjoys learning how different areas of a university operate, asking good questions, analyzing information, and helping departments improve processes. The selected candidate will perform financial, operational, compliance, and process audits; evaluate risks and internal controls; prepare audit documentation and reports; and provide practical recommendations. Appointment as Internal Auditor I or Internal Auditor II will be based on education, experience, and qualifications.

Requirements

• Internal Auditor I: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. No experience required.
• Internal Auditor II: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and two years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Knowledge of auditing principles, internal controls, risk assessment, accounting principles, and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize, and perform audit work with accuracy, objectivity, confidentiality, and sound professional judgment.
• Skill in analyzing records, systems, processes, and data to identify risks, control weaknesses, compliance issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and well-supported audit documentation and reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to discuss audit matters professionally with employees and management.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• For Internal Auditor II, ability to lead audit assignments, coordinate work, review staff auditor documentation, and support quality and professional standards.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner, or other applicable certification.
• Experience in internal auditing, accounting, compliance, higher education, governmental auditing, data analysis, or review of internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Plans and performs financial, operational, compliance, and process audits and assignments of University departments, programs, and activities.
• Assesses risks; evaluates internal control design and effectiveness; reviews records, systems, transactions, and processes; and determines compliance with applicable laws and University policies and procedures.
• Develops and performs audit procedures, fieldwork, testing, interviews, research, and data analysis to support audit objectives.
• Prepares audit work papers and documentation in accordance with professional standards.
• Prepares audit reports that clearly communicate results and include practical recommendations for improving business processes and internal controls.
• Manages multiple assignments concurrently and completes work within established timelines and budgeted time.
• Communicates professionally with University employees and management regarding audit objectives, procedures, results, and recommendations.
• For appointment as Internal Auditor II, may serve as senior team lead on assigned projects, assign and coordinate audit tasks, review audit-related work of staff auditors, and assist with resolving routine project questions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level