Job Description

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 23148
For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Brad White

Classification Title Auditor II
Working Title Internal Auditor
Brief Position Overview

The Internal Auditor performs financial, operational and compliance audits, in conjunction with other auditors or independently, in accordance with internal auditing standards. This position also performs investigative and advisory services under the direction of a supervisor.
Position Number 4M0032
Department Audit Services
Division Others under the President
Appointment Type Classified
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
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FLSA Exempt
Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary $21.083 - $26.354 per hour, commensurate with experience, education and qualifications. Rate of pay will be determined by the staff compensation plan. For questions contact recruitment@montana.edu.
Contract Type Classified Salary
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Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

The Office of Audit Services\' (OAS) mission is to provide assurance and advisory services that are independent, objective and risk-based in order to protect Montana State University and to improve its operations.

The Internal Auditor performs financial, operational and compliance audits, in conjunction with other auditors or independently, in accordance with internal auditing standards. This position also performs investigative and advisory services under the direction of a supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops or assists with the preparation of plans for financial, operational and compliance audits.
• Conducts analyses, meets with university personnel and examines documents and records to execute plans and accurately interprets results against defined criteria.
• Documents plans, procedures and results in work papers in a logical and consistent manner.
• Applies internal control concepts in a wide variety of university settings and appropriately assesses the exposures resulting from ineffective or missing control practices.
• Understands financial, operational and compliance risks that affect university activities.
• Interprets and evaluates compliance with applicable federal, state and university laws, regulations and policies.
• Communicates observations, recommendations and other results to management through written reports and orally.
• Assists with investigative or advisory services as assigned.
• Performs administrative and other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills * Bachelor\'s degree or will obtain within six months, preferably accounting, finance, information systems, economics, or other similar business or technology, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

• Demonstrated experience in accounting, auditing, information systems, bookkeeping, finance, business office, retail, clerical, or a similar business environment.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills * Holds professional certification (CIA, CPA, CFE, CISA or equivalent) or has met educational qualifications and is willing to obtain certification.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Be comfortable conducting audit interviews.
• Be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Be able to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and with close attention to detail.
• Be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Possess an intermediate level planning and research skills.
• Possess an intermediate level of knowledge of auditing concepts, practices and procedures.
• Possess an intermediate level of knowledge of governance, risk management and control processes.
• Possess effective technical writing, oral communication and diplomacy skills.
• Be able to analyze records, systems and processes.
• Be able to develop logical conclusions from information reviewed.
• Be able to clearly document the nature, timing, extent, and results of audit procedures.
• Be able to work successfully both independently and in teams.
• Be able to work successfully with faculty, staff and students in a diplomatic manner.
• Represent the office and MSU to others in a professional and courteous manner.
• Demonstrated ability using computers for word processing, spreadsheet development and process mapping software applications.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This position is located at MSU-Bozeman, however, some travel (including overnight) to other campuses and related entities, meetings, conferences, or other activities is required.

Must possess a valid driver\'s license (or be able to attain one within the first six months), an acceptable driving record and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. Please do not send a copy of the driver\'s license at this time. (If successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver\'s license, a valid Montana driver\'s license must be obtained prior to travel.)

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University\'s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
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Position End Date (if temporary)
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Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on November 14, 2022; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions
Diversity Statement

Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran\'s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran\'s preference please complete the veteran\'s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

MSU\'s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website:

Applicant Documents

Required Documents * Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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