Audit Manager
University of South Carolina

Job Info

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Logo:

Posting Number:

STA00362PO24

Job Family:

Audit, Compliance and Risk Management

Job Function:

Audit

USC Market Title:

Audit Manager

Link to USC Market Title:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/138270

Job Level:

P3 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title):

Audit Manager

Campus:

Columbia

Work County:

Richland

College/Division:

Audit and Advisory

Department:

Audit and Advisory Services

State Pay Band:

8

Approved Starting Salary:

$72,093

Advertised Salary Range:

72,093-95,000

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Work Schedule:

The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5:00pm with one hour for lunch. However, we practice flexible and hybrid (remote) work schedules.

Basis :

12 months

Job Search Category:

Other Professional

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement:

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Advertised Job Summary:

Audit and Advisory Services at The University of South Carolina is seeking to hire an Audit Manager to join our team.

The Audit Manager is responsible for completing all stages of audit and advisory engagements across the University system to provide reasonable assurance that risk management, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended. This involves planning, performing, and documenting the results of operational, financial, and compliance engagements.

The Audit Manager may lead and develop staff in the performance of audit and advisory engagements.

The Audit Manager will lead department quality assurance initiatives, including development of training related to risk management, control, and governance systems to be presented to the University community.

The Audit Manager will interact with many levels of University administration and is expected to possess strong communication skills. The candidate is expected to work under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Specific job duties include:
- Partner with management to assess risks
- Plan, design and perform audit tests, and prepare workpapers to document tests performed
- Perform evaluations of financial and control systems and make appropriate recommendations to strengthen controls and/or improve processes
- Communicate the results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to management and the Board of Trustees
- Work with management to reach a satisfactory resolution of findings and action plans
- Provide management advisory services and conduct internal control training - Pursue professional development opportunities, including external and internal training
- Represent AAS on organizational project teams and with external organizations
- Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with 3 years professional-level experience in accounting, auditing or financial management. Must have CPA, CIA, CFE or equivalent professional certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in a business-related field. Knowledge of higher education industry policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

In addition, the following demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities are desired:

-Adept in balancing communications with stakeholders and confidentiality required of the audit profession.
- Sound business acumen and varied work experience.
- High analytical proficiency, with the ability to assimilate complex information quickly.
- Skilled in clearly communicating both details and synopses to a variety of audiences in both verbal and written forms.
- Ability to establish and maintain objectivity while providing superior customer service.
- Adept at leveraging technology to prepare analyses, summaries, reports, and memos.
- Knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by The Institute of Internal Auditors.
- Experienced in multi-tasking and time management to meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with forensic accounting and investigative work.

Job Duty:

Complete audit and advisory engagements, ensuring they are thoroughly performed and of the highest quality, completed in accordance with IIA professional standards and Audit & Advisory Services procedures.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

30

Job Duty:

Prioritize work and demonstrate flexibility in managing audit and advisory engagements to an agree-upon budget, notifying AAS management of issues that may have a significant impact on the audit schedule.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

30

Job Duty:

Communicate the results of audit and advisory engagements via written reports and oral presentations to management and the Board of Trustees. Work with management to reach a satisfactory resolution of observations, recommendations and action plans.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

15

Job Duty:

Complete non-engagement assignments, including quality initiatives and administrative assignments. Represent AAS on organizational project teams, with external organizations, in University meetings and presentations, etc.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Job Duty:

Maintain focus on professional development through department assignments; internal and external training; review of technical updates, higher education issues, and governmental regulations; and changes in professional standards.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

15

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive:

No

Hazardous weather category:

Non-Essential

Number of Vacancies:

1

Job Open Date:

05/03/2024

Job Close Date:

06/16/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/167920

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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