Audit Manager. Office of Audit and Compliance - UT System

University of Tennessee System Administration - Knoxville, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Knoxville, TN

About the position

The Audit Manager in the Office of Audit and Compliance at the University of Tennessee System is responsible for managing audit projects and personnel, conducting complex audits, and providing consulting services to university management. This role involves overseeing the audit process from planning to completion, ensuring compliance with university policies, and developing educational materials and training for staff. The position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to interact with senior management effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage audit projects and investigations, ensuring effective resource utilization and audit coverage.
• Oversee the development of project plans, including objectives, data gathering methods, and risk analyses.
• Direct team members in conducting audits and investigations, providing guidance and reassessing plans as needed.
• Handle complex and sensitive audits requiring specialized knowledge and skills.
• Manage personnel matters, including recruitment, training, and performance appraisals for audit staff.
• Monitor work progress to ensure timely completion of projects and establish project priorities.
• Review and approve the work of other auditors to maintain quality assurance and improvement in audit activities.
• Provide consulting and advice to management on audit-related policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, information systems, public administration, or a related field.
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience in auditing, public accounting, or management consulting, including supervisory experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of current internal audit philosophy and practices.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and conduct interviews.
• Skill in presenting training on fraud prevention and effective controls.
• Ability to organize work, prioritize objectives, and evaluate evidence.
• Competent in Microsoft Office Word and Excel.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree or professional certification such as CIA or CPA.
• Experience with a large public university system and auditing in a higher education environment.
• Experience working with data analysis tools.
• Active participation in professional organizations in a leadership role.
• Experience in building and developing strong audit teams.

Benefits

• Excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families.
• Generous retirement benefits.
• Wide variety of professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work and family benefits.