Manager, Assurance & Compliance Services

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

2d•$78,161 - $156,319

About The Position

Duke University’s Office of Audit, Risk & Compliance (OARC) is seeking a Manager, Assurance and Compliance Services to help advance Duke’s risk management, audit, and advisory efforts across the university and health system. In this role, you’ll serve as a trusted partner to leadership—leading complex engagements, supporting institutional risk assessments, and delivering insight that strengthens operations, controls, and compliance. You’ll work closely with Directors, Senior Managers, and cross‑functional stakeholders to plan and execute audits and advisory projects, mentor team members, and communicate meaningful findings that drive improvement. This is a highly visible role for someone who enjoys leadership, collaboration, and solving complex organizational challenges. More information about OARC mission, objectives, guiding principles and leadership is found at: https:/ / oarc.duke.edu/.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, business administration, healthcare administration, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
Professional certification required (CPA, CIA, JD, MBA, or similar)
7+ years of audit experience, with public accounting experience preferred
Understanding of applicable professional standards is required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills
Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines
Knowledge of applicable professional auditing and assurance standards

Nice To Haves

Experience in not‑for‑profit, government, healthcare, or academic medical center environments
Experience leading complex, high‑risk audit or advisory engagements
Demonstrated ability to build strong client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor

Responsibilities

Support annual risk assessments and development of audit and assurance work plans
Lead planning and execution of audit, assurance, and advisory engagements
Evaluate internal controls, business processes, and compliance with policies and regulations
Supervise engagement teams; review workpapers and reports for quality and accuracy
Serve as an individual contributor on high‑risk or highly complex engagements
Coordinate management action plans and monitor follow‑up on audit recommendations
Build and maintain strong client relationships as a solution‑focused advisor
Coach and mentor audit team members and support professional development