DESCRIPTION
The mission of Audit & Management Advisory Services (AMAS) is to assess and monitor the university community in the discharge of its oversight, management, and operating responsibilities in relation to governance processes, the systems of internal control, and compliance with laws, regulations and University policies including those related to ethical conduct by providing relevant, timely, independent, and objective assurance, advisory and investigative services using a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate risk and improve effectiveness.
Join the Audit & Management Advisory Services (AMAS) team at UC San Diego as a Senior Auditor and play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of our operations. As a seasoned audit professional, you will lead complex audits and advisory reviews, assess organizational risks, and provide expert guidance to colleagues. With a focus on excellence and a commitment to professional auditing standards, you will drive positive change and contribute to the success of our world-class institution. If you are a motivated and experienced auditor looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team and make a meaningful impact at UC San Diego.
The Senior Auditor position performs the full scope of auditing encompassing financial, compliance, information systems, and effectiveness reviews according to professional auditing standards. Performs and directs audits and management studies of highly complex areas at UCSD. Assesses organizational and operational risks for assigned review area, designs and prepares audit programs, establishes contact with operating personnel, conducts fieldwork, prepares work papers, drafts reports, and follows up on observations and recommendations. Exercises individual judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for developing audit conclusions. Provides functional advice, training and/or guidance to less-experienced audit professionals. On a project basis, provides direction to support audit staff as may be assigned by the Director of AMAS. Communicates and interacts effectively with all levels of management and staff. Normally receives high-level oversight on audit assignments with general instruction provided on new or more complex audit work.
This position is designated "Confidential" within the meaning of the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act. D. Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience and advanced knowledge of the audit profession, theories and systems of internal control, and professional auditing standards.
Broad and thorough knowledge of finance, accounting, business and systems operations.
Experience completing special projects, or other high-level management activities.
Skills to determine and apply appropriate policies and practices in the completion of audit assignments.
Ability to demonstrate judgment and initiative to obtain high levels of performance and efficiency.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work independently with all levels of University personnel.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate sensitive and complex ideas.
Project management skills to manage multiple competing priorities and provide direction to support staff.
May require specialized expertise in enterprise software and relational databases.
Professional certification preferred (CPA, CIA, CFE, and/or CISA).
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Background check required.
This position has been identified as a Campus Security Authority pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $94,400 - $176,800 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $45.21 - $84.67
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs.
To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors.
UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20
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