1661 Internal Auditor

POSITION IDENTIFICATION

TITLE Internal Auditor

CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 1661

GRADE 43

CLASSIFICATION Exempt

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Director of Internal Audit

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Internal Auditor works as part of a team to conduct operational, financial, and compliance audits of the Missouri State University system. Assignments vary in complexity and include review of organizational and functional activities; evaluation of adequacy and effectiveness of management controls over those activities; and determining whether organizational units in the university are performing those activities in compliance with management instructions, applicable statements of policy and procedures, in a manner consistent with both university objectives and high standards of administrative practice. The Internal Auditor also assists with supervising the work of student employees and helping new auditors adapt to office practices and policies.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A bachelor's degree in accounting, business, risk management or related field is required. Certification in related field is preferred.

Experience: At least one year of experience in auditing, accounting, business operations management, or another related role is required. Experience supervising others is preferred.

Skills: Must demonstrate leadership skills, strong verbal and written communication and listening skills, critical thinking, and ability to learn and use department software programs. Must be able to establish harmonious and effective working relationships, conduct research, identify, and collect data, clearly document work, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Must be able to work with little direct supervision and meet assigned deadlines. Must be a problem solver who is capable of root cause analysis, risk identification, fraud detection, and make recommendations that add value to the organization. Professionalism, initiative, and objectivity under all circumstances are required. Must also be able to supervise student employees when needed. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.

Travel: The position requires approximately 5-10% out-of-area travel (within Missouri, no weekends).

Remote Work: Hybrid (In Office and Remote) work is optional, depending upon assignment, following successful completion of a 6-month probationary period.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs audit and advisory services under the direction and supervision of the Director and in conformance with the Global Internal Audit Standards and office policies and procedures.

2. Assists in audit planning, execution of interviews with various employees, and conducting a wide variety of audit tests/procedures. Interprets information learned and analysis against appropriate criteria and consistently documents relevant facts and information to support the work performed and conclusions drawn so other reviewers can follow the auditor’s logic and methodology.

3. Applies internal control concepts, interprets and evaluates compliance with federal and state laws and university policies, assesses financial, operational, and compliance risks

4. Evaluates audit results, weighing relevancy, accuracy, and perspective of conclusions against the accumulated audit evidence. Formulates recommendations that are appropriate, practical, cost-effective, and aligned with the university-wide strategic objectives and goals.

5. Prioritizes work so that resources are devoted to areas of highest risk and employs effective time management skills to meet established deadlines and time budgets for each project.

6. Effectively communicates, both verbally and in writing, to the audit team, Director, and other university employees as appropriate.

7. Maintains confidentiality and exhibits appropriate judgement when determining when information requires such confidentiality.

8. Completes work with limited instruction yet knows when to seek guidance from the Director when circumstances warrant.

9. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

10. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses.

11. Contributes to the overall success of the University by working as a team member on audits and special projects and performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

SUPERVISION

The Internal Auditor supervises student employees.

OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES

REVISED MARCH 2024

JOB FAMILY 4

Factor 1: Professional Knowledge, Skill, and Technical Mastery

Level 4.0 - 2300 Points: Knowledge of the principles, concepts, practices, methods and techniques of an administrative, managerial, or professional field such as accounting or auditing, financial management, business administration, human resources, engineering, social sciences, communications, education, law, or medicine. Knowledge permits the employee to complete assignments by applying established methods to recurring types of projects/problems susceptible to well-documented precedents or to schedule, plan, and carry out precedented projects. Alternatively, knowledge at this level might also permit the employee to carry out precedented projects requiring considerable experience in specific areas within higher education. Knowledge at this level is typically acquired through a combination of formal education and/or training and experience that includes a requirement for a college degree in a specific technical or professional specialty along with significant related work experience. Alternatively, equivalent knowledge requirements at this level include a non-technical or general Bachelor's degree requirement with substantial work experience or a non-specific Master's degree requirement with substantial work experience. Knowledge requirements generally also include a significant amount of related work experience and may include administrative or supervisory experience.

Factor 2: Supervisory Responsibility

Level 1.0 - 50 Points: Typically, little, if any, supervision of others is required. The job may require irregular but occasional responsibility to direct the work of student workers and/or temporary or part-time workers. The nature of supervision is largely confined to assigning tasks to others and does not include a full range of supervisory responsibilities. The amount of time spent on directing the work of others is normally a small portion of total work time.

Factor 3: Interactions with Others

Level 3.0 - 250 Points: The purpose of interactions is to advise or counsel others to solve recurring and structured problems, and/or to plan or coordinate work efforts with other employees who are working toward common goals in situations where relationships are generally cooperative. Interactions are moderately structured and routine and may involve employees in different functions, students, and/or the general public. These types of interactions require normal interpersonal skills.

Factor 4: Job Controls and Guidelines

Level 2.0 - 250 Points: The employee carries out a group of procedures using the general methods and desired results indicated by the supervisor. Typically, standard operating procedures, handbooks, and/or reference manuals exist for most procedures, but the employee must select from the most appropriate of several guidelines and make minor adjustments to methods. Unforeseen situations are normally referred to others for resolution. Assignments are related in function and objective, but processes, procedures, or software varies from one assignment to another. Based on the assignment, the employee uses diverse, but conventional, methods, techniques, or approaches. Employees in jobs at this level may perform work that is moderately complex, but normally performed within a fairly narrow and specific functional area.

Factor 5: Managerial Responsibility

Level 3.0 - 850 Points: Work involves providing significant support services to others both within and outside of the department that substantially influences decision-making processes. Work activities are complex and others rely on the accuracy and reliability of the information, analysis, or advice to make decisions. Work activities have a direct, but shared, impact on further processes or services, affect the overall efficiency and image of the department, and may have material impact on costs or service quality within the cost center. Incumbents may be responsible for identifying areas of need and for developing proposals that request funding to fulfill those needs.