Senior Auditor I​/II

We are hiring an Auditor (job opening ), Senior Auditor I (job opening ), Senior Auditor II (Job Opening ), or Principal Auditor (Job Opening ).

Depending on qualifications and experience, and our good faith evaluation, you'll be hired into one of the following jobs and receive the respective benefits package.

This is a hybrid position. This job could be based at the University of Minnesota Duluth or at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. However, the position has system-wide responsibilities for all University locations and activities.

Please note that this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.

Incumbents are expected to be able to demonstrate proficiency in performing internal audit work that conforms to the Institute of Internal Auditor’s professional standards. Work assigned to incumbents will generally be well-defined and is expected to be carried out with limited supervision. Decisions regarding the scope of work to be performed, the nature of testing to be completed, and the reporting and disposition of results will be delegated to this position with oversight by supervisors or directors.

• Evaluate internal controls, risk management, and governance processes with guidance.
• Assess whether units are following policies, laws, and regulations.
• Verify that University resources are used efficiently and protected.
• Document findings and meet with clients to discuss preliminary results.
• Special Projects

• A bachelor’s degree and two or more years of audit experience or equivalent are required, with a major in accounting, finance, management, or similar business emphasis preferred. Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CFE) and/or an advanced degree is desired.

The Senior Auditor II position is responsible for performing internal audit work throughout the University of Minnesota. The University encompasses a wide array of diverse activities including academic support functions, sponsored research, large scale business operations, academic health care, intercollegiate athletics, and municipal/utility operations. The complexity and size of audit assignments will vary significantly and will encompass audits of University units and processes, investigations, and other special projects.

Incumbents are expected to have four or more years of applicable experience and be able to demonstrate proficiency in performing internal audit work that conforms to the Institute of Internal Auditor’s professional standards. Work assigned to incumbents will generally be well-defined, but work direction and scope may on occasion require some additional research and refinement by the incumbent. It is expected this work will be carried out with limited supervision.

Decisions regarding the scope of work to be performed, the nature of testing to be completed, and the reporting and disposition of results will be delegated to this position with oversight by supervisors or directors.

• Lead audits across diverse areas like research, athletics, and healthcare with limited supervision.
• Manage work assignments and review the work products of staff auditors.
• Develop risk-based audit plans, time budgets, and work schedules.
• Coach junior staff on audit processes and professional judgment.
• Use tools like SQL and Tableau to identify risks and interpret data.
• Draft formal reports reviewed by the President and Board of Regents.

• A bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, finance, business administration, IT management, or similar business emphasis preferred
• Four or more years of audit experience
• Knowledge of auditing and organizational accounting principles and processes

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and…