Internal Auditor - Iowa State University : Job Details

Senior Internal Auditor Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree and 5 years of related experience Preferred Qualifications: Professional experience in auditing, accounting, or finance-related field. Professional credentials, such as Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Management Accountant, or Certified Information Systems Auditor. Demonstrated experience writing audit or control reports, summarizing findings and providing recommendations. Demonstrated experience in project management. Strong experience utilizing web conferencing tools (Zoom, Teams, etc.), accounting software (such as GP Dynamics), Microsoft Word, and Adobe Acrobat. Advanced experience in government or cash basis accounting. Job Description: Do you have a solid background in accounting or finance and seek a role that promotes a healthy work-life balance? Are you interested in an auditing position with minimal travel requirements? If so, The County Services department with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is currently seeking applicants for a Senior Internal Auditor! This position will be classified as an Auditor III. There is an extension office in all 99 counties of Iowa, which bring Iowa State University research-based educational experiences to Iowans. In turn, they communicate the needs of Iowans back to the university to help shape research and educational experiences. Extension offices are represented by 900 elected extension council members who promote and advance the reputation, interest and resources of Iowa State University. The Senior Internal Auditor will perform a pivotal role in maintaining public confidence in ISU Extension and Outreach and county agricultural extension district financial management. This role will provide professional internal audit or procedural reviews of county agricultural extension districts of their specialized and complex financial systems to elected officials, county and regional staff. This position will utilize advanced knowledge and professional application of government accounting, generally accepted accounting principles, auditing principals, practices and techniques in accordance with industry standards and current laws. This individual will be familiar with state statutes and county fiscal policy and will serve as a point of contact for all annual compliance reviews. A strong candidate will have strong project management skills, excellent organizational, time-management, interpersonal, and communication skills, a diligent work ethic, attention to detail, professional demeanor, and a willingness to work with others. This position may supervise or lead lower-level professional auditors in performing duties. Job Duties: Plans, directs, organizes, and schedules the activities of a specialized audit or procedural reviews for individual county agricultural extension districts. Reviews financial and operational systems after the close of a fiscal year to examine internal controls, division of duties, adherence to policies and procedures, and verify expenditures for recorded public purpose. Conducts entrance and exit interviews with administrative management concerning the fiscal year accounting for each district. Reviews statements of accounting information and other reports provided by the county agricultural extension district. Researches, analyzes and uses independent judgement in a variety of daily and non-routine decisions affecting assigned function. Prepares and/or directs the preparation of specialized or highly complex reports, statements, surveys, or analyses for management. Maintains records of county audits, adhering to records retention policies and open records regulations. Advises administrative management regarding procedures concerning expenditures and other accounting practices of any kind found, especially if it could result in a finding on a report. Prepares a final report for each county office for each fiscal year assigned, based on entrance interview, procedural review and exit interview information. Recommends alternatives to management when accounting data indicates trends or situations requiring action to be taken beyond the scope of responsibilities. Provides internal/external training, both orally and in writing on appropriate procedures and practices used in government accounting. Provides technical advice and services to extension staff and councils with problems, complex issues, or special projects. Researches and evaluates new or changed accounting principles and practices, including changes in Iowa Code that affect handling public funds. The primary office location for this individual will be an extension office in the state of Iowa or on campus. The specific office will be determined by the location of the successful candidate along with office availability. This is a two-year fixed term position with the opportunity for renewal. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. Level Guidelines Senior-level position possessing high-level professional and/or technical skills working independently under minimal supervision to support ISUs mission and department or work unit goals Applies senior-level professional knowledge and expertise to work requiring greater latitude Solves moderately complex problems and regularly exercises judgment to determine appropriate action Regularly exercises judgment to resolve problems and determine appropriate action on a broad set of issue and problems. May provide recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices Responds to complicated inquiries, provides training, and provides direction to lower-level staff May provide supervision for one to two other staff (i.e., leads a small work team) May lead projects for which well-defined practices and procedures may not exist Provides guidance to students Appointment Type: Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term) Proposed End Date or Length of Term: January 12, 2027 Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Pay Grade: PS810 Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-###-#### or Toll Free: 1-877-###-####. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager. Original Posting Date: December 6, 2024 Posting Close Date: December 29, 2024 Job Requisition Number: R15996