Working Position Title Internal Auditor (37603)
Classification Internal Auditor
Position Number 00037603
Open Date 04/22/2024
Close Date 05/06/2024
Priority Review Date
Employee Class Staff
Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Position Status Regular
FLSA Exempt
Job code 0585
Union Representation Non-Union
Union Code N/A
Unit/Department Internal Audit
College/Unit Internal Audit
Division Univ Administrative Services
Location LH 105
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page https://www.niu.edu/internal-audit/index.shtml

Overview
Position Summary
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of financial and administrative controls.
• Selecting and performing audit procedures that assure auditor objectivity is maintained and audit goals are met effectively and efficiently.
• Determining the nature, timing, and extent of substantive tests and analytical procedures based on audit risk and materiality.
• Obtaining information that is sufficient, competent, relevant, and useful to provide a sound basis for audit findings and recommendations.
• Collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and documenting information on all matters related to audit objectives and scope of work.
• Preparing work papers that provide principal evidential support for the audit report, demonstrate compliance with audit standards, and support the audit conclusions.

• Perform audits specific to the environment in which NIU operates including audits related to all aspects of compliance with the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) regulations and related athletics conference regulations.

• Making oral and/or written presentations to management during and at the conclusion of the examination, discussing deficiencies, recommending corrective action, and suggesting improvements in operations and reductions in cost.
• Preparing formal written reports, expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of financial and administrative controls and the efficiency with which activities are carried out.

• Obtaining background information about auditee activity.
• Performing survey of functions and activities of auditee to determine areas of audit emphasis.
• Establishing audit objectives and scope of work.
• Determining audit procedures to be used and resources required for the audit.
• Writing a detailed audit program and obtaining approval of the program from the Director of Internal Auditing.

• Subsequent follow up is documented and includes appraising the adequacy of corrective action to improve deficient conditions.

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

1. Any one or any combination that equals three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
   1. College course work in information technology, accounting, business administration, finance, or a closely related field
      • 60 semester hours equals 1 year (12 months)
      • 90 semester hours equals 2 years (24 months)
      • 120 semester hours equals 3 years (36 months)

   2. Progressively more responsible experience that provides a knowledge of generally accepted principles, theories, and practices used in internal auditing

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)

1. Working knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices used in internal auditing
2. Ability to detect common violations and non-compliance with laws, regulations, and policies
3. Ability to explain and interpret common irregularities
4. Ability to apply auditing principles to common work problems
5. Ability to prepare complete and accurate reports of general or routine audits

1. Strong analytical skills
2. Familiarity with professional auditing standards set forth by The Institute of Internal Auditors
3. Effective oral and written communication skills

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)
Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

• Auditing experience or higher education experience
• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CISA or CFE or willingness to pursue such

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)
Additional Requirements (SPS)
Preferred Qualifications (SPS)
Physical demands/requirements

Anticipated Appointment Start Date 05/16/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Percent of Staff Year 1.00
Standard Hours Per Week 37.50
Working Hours M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, some flexibility / HYBRID position
Salary $53,000.16 - $58,000.08/annually
Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range $2,208.34 - $2,416.67/semi-monthly
Earn Type Salary

Application Procedure

1. Fully complete the Education and Work History sections of the application. Be specific on your entire work history, including employment dates and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Important: Please upload any unofficial transcript(s) and/or documentation that verifies any education, experience, and/or training you have received.
   • If eligible for Veteran's Preference Points, DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256 paperwork reflecting an Honorable Discharge MUST be uploaded to this application to receive the maximum eligible points on the Civil Service examination.

2. After the posting has closed, your submission will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the classification, including any specialty factors associated with this position. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register.
3. Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from jobs@niu.edu and CivilServiceTesting@niu.edu. Please add these emails to your address book to ensure timely delivery of any future communication.
4. Illinois residency required within 180 days of the hire date.

• The examination for this position is a Credentials Assessment and is based on your application materials as submitted for this posting. A Credential Assessment is a rating by the Human Resources Office of an applicant's/employee's education, experience, and special credentials/qualifications (licenses, etc.). Applicants are required to upload documentation to verify the minimum qualifications for this position has been met.
• Required documentation noted in the posting, such as a driver's license, licensures, or certifications MUST be uploaded with your application materials.
• After assessment of all qualified applicants has been completed for this position, the names with the top three (3) scores will be referred to the hiring department for interview.

• Click on Internal Auditor for more information including salary ranges, typical duties, minimum acceptable qualifications, and testing requirements.
  • Applicants who may assume they do not meet the exact minimum qualifications are still invited to apply. Within the application documents, applicants should be sure to explain how their credentials and related qualifications address the requested minimum requirements.
• Please click on Human Resource Services - Benefits for detailed information about Northern Illinois University's benefits package.
• Employment is contingent upon your passing a criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Special Instructions
Quick Link to Applicant https://employment.niu.edu/postings/77297
Is Background Check Required? Yes
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