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PRINCIPAL AUDITOR

Duke
Durham, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/27/2026

Occupational Summary

 

Leading audits and/or compliance assurance reviews of Duke University and/or Duke University Health System and its departments, institutes, centers and regulatory functional offices to ensure effectiveness of internal controls and accuracy of recorded data.  Performs operational, financial compliance and information technology assessments to evaluate business processes and technology systems for efficiency, effectiveness and accuracy. May also conduct advisory engagements focused on risk assessment, root cause analysis, performance metrics, process design and technology pre implementation.

 

 

Work Performed

  • Communicate and collaborate with team members, department leadership and client representatives.
  • Plan and perform independent, objective audit and advisory service engagements based upon understanding risks, developing scope and project management against milestones.
  • Compile information and/or prepare written reports and analyses communicating review results with appropriate recommendations to senior leadership; perform follow up to ensure complete and appropriate action within risk tolerance parameters.
  • Examine and analyze records and conduct client interviews to evaluate internal controls, business process design, risk mitigation strategy and/or compliance with Duke policy or third-party regulations.
  • Lead risk-based engagement planning, perform fieldwork, document workpapers and draft engagement reports.
  • Develops recommendations to address issues detected.

 

EDUCATION /TRAINING

Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, management information systems or related field; advanced degree desirable.   CPA, CIA, CRA, CCRP or other relevant professional certification is strongly preferred.

 

EXPERIENCE

Successful candidates will possess solid business acumen, well-developed analytical skills, strong relationship management abilities and the desire to achieve value-added project outcomes. Position requires at least four years' experience in auditing, accounting or financial operations, including responsibility for engagement planning, oversight and delivery. Experience in public accounting, or equivalent professional services is preferred.

 

Core Competencies                                                              

 

Technical Skills

  • Research and investigation
  • Business process documentation
  • Risk and control identification
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Workpaper documentation
  • Problem solving tools and techniques
  • Project management

 

Interpersonal Skills

  • Supportive of Duke Values
  • Purpose driven
  • Influence and communication
  • Leadership and teamwork
  • Change management
  • Diplomacy and conflict resolution

 

 

 

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

 

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

 

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

 

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

 

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

 

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

 

 

Anticipated Pay Range:

 

 

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $67,618.00 to USD $124,518.00. Duke University considers factors such as ( but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate 's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending a n offer.

 

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

 

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and /or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests f or reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

 

 

Education

Work requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, management information systems or related field; advanced degree desirable. CPA, CIA, CRA, CCRP or other relevant professional certification is strongly preferred.

 

Experience

Successful candidates will possess solid business acumen, well-developed analytical skills, strong relationship management abilities and the desire to achieve value-added project outcomes. Position requires four years' experience in auditing, accounting or financial operations, including responsibility for engagement planning, oversight and delivery. Experience in public accounting, or equivalent professional services is preferred.

 

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

 

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

 

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

 

Salary : $67,618 - $124,518

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