Internal auditing is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the University’s operations. It helps the University accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

The primary purpose of the Internal Auditor is to serve as the University’s Chief Audit Executive (CAE), as defined by the Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) Standards. More specifically, “the CAE describes the role of the person in senior position responsible for effectively managing the internal audit activity in accordance with the Internal Audit Charter and the mandatory elements of the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF)”.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required in this Position:

1. Thorough knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting and auditing principles and procedures.

2. Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA’s) International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.

3. Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control frameworks.

4. Thorough knowledge in developing and utilizing risk assessments.

5. Thorough knowledge of financial systems and financial reports.

6. Thorough knowledge of systems development methodologies, including application planning, design, testing and implementation.

7. Thorough knowledge of information technology system controls, including application, access, input, process and output controls as well as disaster recovery and contingency planning.

8. Ability to compile, monitor, and examine a variety of large, complex data and exercise judgement in evaluating or interpreting results.

9. Ability to manage confidential matters.

10. Ability to recognize complex and unique risks, weaknesses, or inefficiencies and develop resolution and/or consult with leadership to achieve resolution.

11. Strong negotiation and persuasion skills.

12. Ability to establish and maintain effective strategic relationships with senior management, agencies, committees, legislators, external auditors, federal monitors and public, adapting communication style to target audiences.

13. Ability to make oral and written presentations aimed at reaching a variety of audiences including legal depositions and testimony.

Saint Augustine’s University (SAU), drawing on its rich legacy as an access institution, is a student-focused, comprehensive educational institution that produces outstanding graduates prepared for personal and professional success. SAU was established in 1867 in Raleigh, NC by the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina. A four-year liberal arts university with an average enrollment of approximately 1,000, SAU sits on 105 lush acres just north of Downtown Raleigh, NC. The institution offers more than 20 undergraduate degrees and a Master of Public Administration (MPA) Program and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Additional Information:

Applicant must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and have six years of progressive experience in an internal or external audit capacity; including three years of supervisory experience.

Applicant must possess a certification or licensure as a certified public accountant, certified internal auditor, certified fraud examiner, and/or certified information systems auditor.