Internal Auditor

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree and minimum two years (preferably at least four or more years) relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance desirable.
• Advanced knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing desirable.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepting Auditing Standards.
• Capable of analysis and evaluation on a range of factors.
• Demonstrates excellent judgment and sound decision making to obtain viable solutions.
• Independent and requires little supervision on all but unique matters.
• May recommend changes in policy or practice based on new data or situations.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Public Accountant certification preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work collaboratively and cultivate trust and respect from Stanford colleagues and clients and external organizations.
• Takes responsibility for the quality of work, performing a critical self-review.
• Proactively seeks the advice of supervisors and responds to feedback in a timely manner.
• Working knowledge of COSO Framework, CoBIT and/or other leading business and IT control frameworks.
• Leveraging tools and techniques for research, analysis, and problem solving.
• Non-profit/Higher Education experience is preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of Oracle Financials (including application controls, segregation of duties and process workflows).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Note: Not all unique aspects of the job are covered by this job posting.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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