Internal Auditor,Sr

University of New Mexico
Monthly: $7,083 to $7,916.67 DOE
life insurance, remote work
United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
1 University Of New Mexico (Show on map)
Sep 12, 2025
Requisition ID req34575 Working Title Internal Auditor,Sr Position Grade 15 Position Summary Performs complex operational, compliance, financial, and investigative audits and provides management advisory services. Provides guidance and review of lower level auditors. Errors made in this position can cause substantial expense and affect the accuracy and value of an audit. Develops audit plans and performs initial and follow-up audits in accordance with professional standards. Reviews and evaluates operations and completes work-papers to document work performed. Evaluates audit findings; prepares and presents the results of audit work and recommendations to management in the form of oral and written communications. Coordinates and interacts with Regents, administrators, faculty, and staff, and with external audit and law enforcement agencies, as needed; may be required to testify in court; may also be required to interact with university students and alumni, and with vendors doing business with the university. Coordinates and interacts with audit firms performing external audits of university financial statements. Consults with and advises university administrators, faculty, and staff on operational and administrative issues may supervise and/or lead lower graded staff and/or student employees. Keeps abreast of university policies and procedures, current developments in accounting and auditing professions, and changes in local, state, and federal laws, as applicable. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. See the Position Description for additional information. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment Must maintain certification status. Must be Bondable. Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualifications Electronic work paper software experience. Data analytics experience. Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) and/or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification. Two (2) or more years' experience as the in-charge auditor for external audits, internal audits, and/or investigations. Advanced or higher working level in spreadsheet, word processing and database software applications. Ability to lead discussions and present reports to larger groups. Additional Requirements Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Spreadsheet software skills to quantify and illustrate routine financial reports, comparisons, impacts, and/or projections. Ability to supervise and train assigned staff. Ability to analyze and solve problems. Ability to document work in progress. Ability to effectively communicate accounting information, policies, and/or procedures in a manner easily understood by the customer. Knowledge of court processes and legal documentation requirements. Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions. Ability to provide legal depositions and testimony. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations. Ability to analyze processes and make recommendations for improvements. Ability to persuade and influence others. Knowledge of university and/or public auditing policies, standards, and procedures. Knowledge of current changes and/or developments in applicable federal, state, local laws, and university policies and procedures. Knowledge of governmental financial statements auditing and workpaper review. Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department Internal Audit Department (676A) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $7,083 to $7,916.67 DOE Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 10/15/2025 Eligible for Remote Work Yes Eligible for Remote Work Statement This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work agreement (RWA), For more information about Remote Work Agreements, please refer to UAP 3245, Remote Work, Section 5, Establishing a Remote Work Agreement. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please complete the online application. A complete application will consist of current resume, UNMJobs application, cover letter and a list of at least three (3) references. Applicants must provide names and contact information for professional references. Please describe in your cover letter how you meet the qualifications and additional requirements listed in this job advertisement. Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts, licensure and certifications if selected for hire. *Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular* or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.** The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.