Senior Auditor, Audit & Consulting Services 43808

LSC-System Office
Senior Auditor, Audit & Consulting Services 43808
Position Summary: The Senior Internal Auditor plays a critical role in safeguarding the integrity, accountability, and efficiency of Lone Star College's operations. The Senior Auditor will apply advanced knowledge of auditing standards and higher education operations to evaluate governance, risk management, and internal controls, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and institutional policies. This position will be responsible for providing independent and objective assurance, consulting/advisory, and fraud investigative services for LSC. Responsibilities may also include the design and execution of data analytics in support of the internal audit activity. The Senior Auditor position has high visibility and exposure within LSC and is directly accountable to the Chief Audit Executive. While the position will not directly supervise other employees, the incumbent will supervise the work of an auditor for assigned projects as needed.
 
Job Functions:

• Excellent analytical, communication and report writing skills
• Advanced knowledge and practice of the governmental accepted auditing standards (GAAS), International Professional Practices Framework, accounting and auditing pronouncements, the Committee of Sponsoring Organization (COSO) internal controls framework, and fraud deterrence guidance
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, or standards that affect students, employees, or vendors, including Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology, Project Management Body of Knowledge, federal and state laws, regulations and rules, and various government and higher education industry standards or better practices
• Knowledge of and skill in using information technology hardware/devices, Microsoft products, and project management tools, and knowledge of and skill in using data mining/analysis software to extract, analyze, and report information
• Knowledge of how routine business processes should be integrated with enterprise resource planning (ERP) and administrative system functions, such as PeopleSoft etc.
• Interpersonal skills to achieve desired outcomes with the LSC staff, faculty, and leadership at all levels, as well as with students, vendors, and other external agencies, etc.
• Skill in identifying problems and formulating actionable recommendations for process improvements or for problem resolution
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external contacts, utilizing excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent negotiating, advocating, and verbal and written communication skills; skill in conveying technical information to non-technical individuals
• Skill in using project management methodology, business process analysis, mapping, and documentation
• Must have the ability to influence and advocate recommendations to management for the areas examined
• Ability to display personal initiative and to adapt, handle multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
• Ability to network with a broad range of external peers
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information dealing with students, employees, and vendors
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to display work habits/characteristics supportive of collaborative work efforts and a collegial atmosphere

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field
• Certification in one of the following: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)