Details

Open Date 01/10/2024

Requisition Number PRN37392B

Job Title Internal Auditor

Working Title Internal Auditor

Job Grade E

FLSA Code Professional

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Hybrid, 40hrs/week

VP Area President

Department 00343 - Internal Audit

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $60,000 to $76,000 DOE

Close Date 04/10/2024

Open Until Filled No

Job Summary

There are two open positions in the Internal Audit Department.

• One for the Healthcare Team
• One for the Main Campus Team

The Healthcare team position: This position is responsible for performing a full range of audit tasks and special projects in diverse and complex operational and functional areas within University of Utah’s healthcare operations (hospitals/clinics and academic); compliance with federal, state, and University policies and regulations; and operational effectiveness in accordance with professional audit standards. The position does not require knowledge of GAAP or Tax laws. This position will work independently under the direction of an experienced auditor, audit manager, or director.

The Main Campus team positio n : This position is responsible for auditing the University’s financial operations; compliance with federal, state, and University policies and regulations; and operational effectiveness in accordance with professional audit standards. This position will work independently under the direction of an experienced auditor, audit manager, or director.

Responsibilities

- Conducts all phases of internal audits including planning, reporting, and follow-up in accordance with the professional standards of internal auditing defined by the Institute of Internal Auditors ( IIA ).

- Develops positive and collaborative business partnerships with University of Utah Health departments.

- Identifies and evaluates financial, operational, and compliance risks and controls.

- Develops and drafts recommendations to strengthen operations and controls.

- Documents and provides written reports regarding relevant procedures, results, and conclusions.

- Provides advice to department heads and supervisors regarding the design and implementation of policies, procedures, and controls.

- Maintains industry knowledge and skills through professional development and engagement.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, information systems, business, health science, or a related field or equivalency is required; Understanding of audit risks, general accounting principles, and strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills; Familiarity with and the ability to effectively use standard office equipment and software, and; Knowledge of standard and specialized rules and regulations, applicable tax laws, and other auditing control disciplines as well as effective time management and organizational skills are also required.

There are three levels in the Internal Auditor position. The level two position requires an additional two years of professional auditing experience. The senior level position requires five years of professional auditing experience above the minimum qualification and current CPA , CIA , CFE , CISA , or other related certification.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

- Master’s degree in accounting, business administration, or similar.

- Professional certification such as CIA , CPA , CISA , CHIAP , or CFE .

- Higher education experience.

- Healthcare setting experience.

- The ability to work cooperatively and build relationships with diverse groups is required.

- Familiarity with professional auditing standards set forth by the IIA .

- Strong oral and written communication skills.

- Analytical skills, including experience with data analysis software.

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

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