The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

With general guidance and supervision: assess risk exposures, internal contro;s, and evaluate operations and activities along a wide variety of the university's governance, including information systems and technology. Conduct audits, and consultative reviews, special projects and investigations as assigned. Develop appropriate scope, objectives, and procedures, documentating results of audit work performed to support audit findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Audit work is conducted in accordance with professional auditing standards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this position:

• Ability to establish, cultivate, harmonious working relationships with co-workers, staff, faculty, students, and external contacts, and to work effectively in a professional team environment.
• Must have strong and effective verbal and written communications, including active listening skills, interviewing skills, and skill in presenting complex findings and recommendations to management.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting theory and systems accounting.
• Ability to assess and evaluate Information Technology (hardware and software) used throughout the university.
• Working knowledge of programming and specialized report generation or data retrieval languages.
• Thorough knowledge and skill in applying the Principles of Generally Accepted uditing Standards.
• Thorough knowledge of the International Professional Practices Framework of Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Ability to research and understand laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the audit work being conducted.
• Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions.
• Skill in planning and project management, and in maintaining composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to negotiate issues and resolve problems.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Acces, and SharePoint and experience in using Tableau, IDEA, or other computer aided audit tools.

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a disipline related to the program area assigned and two years of related experience; or Bachelor's degree in any field and certification/licensure as a certified public accountant, certified internal auditor, certifed fraud examiner, certified information system auditor or related certification or licensure and two years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in accounting or a disciple related to the program area assigned and one to two years of related experience. Prior experience working in higher education. Knowledge of SQL and Banner.

About Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University has been named to the 2023 “America’s Best Midsize Employers” list by Forbes, ranking 97 out of 500 organizations. Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. WCU’s main campus is nestled in a beautiful valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, 50 miles west of Asheville. WCU is located just 25 miles from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, one of the nation’s most spectacular and most visited national parks. The entire region is known for its excellent quality of life and access to outdoor activities. Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also ...available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge. The link is: https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/23274

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