Excellent opportunity to head the Internal Audit function for a major private university located in the NY METRO area. The position reports to the Chair of the Audit Committee; "dotted line" to the VP Finance/ Adm.

As a senior level administrator in the Finance Division, the major duties and responsibilities of the position include:

• Performing all phases of regularly scheduled operational and financial audits.
• Completing audits and preparing necessary audit reports. This core job requirement and activity will include meeting with senior departmental managers as well as staff members responsible for carrying out specific operational duties. A direct outcome of performing the audit will include listening closely to what departmental representatives have to say about the way their work is currently being done as well as their ideas as to how their work can be done more efficiently. At times, the Manager of Internal Audit will also be able to help inform and educate associates as to tax code/regulation governing a specific operational requirement or the value of taking a new approach to complete a routine task. May also involve assisting specific Departmental Managers in making a case for implementation of a new procedure process or system that will improve efficiency, reduce cost or enrich a job.
• Working closely with the External Auditor on the fin'l statement and A133 audit.
• Closely monitoring operational and financial risks, advising the Board of Trustees and senior financial/operational officers on potential risks and remedial actions.
• Actively participating in the Assoc of College and University Internal Auditors.

Sytle/Experience Needed:
The new Manager, Internal Audit will be poised and mature and possess a friendly, accessible demeanor that will encourage open and honest communication. The hired candidate will want to create positive relationships with colleagues as well as with the External Auditors. He or she will enjoy working independently with little or no staff support and communicate audit findings with sensitivity and integrity. In addition, the new Manager, Internal Audit will possess substantial experience as a senior level auditor. Prior experience working for a "big five", or equally well regarded, Public Accounting firm is preferred. A diverse set of industry experience auditing many different types of organizations including Higher Education and/or Not for Profits.