KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Plans, leads, and executes operational, compliance, financial, and special audit engagements with limited supervision, ensuring objectives, scope, timelines, and deliverables are achieved independently
2. Supports and participates in investigative activities, including data analysis, review of records, interviews, documentation evaluation, and other fact-finding procedures to assist in resolving allegations, concerns, or identified risks
3. Prepares and maintains comprehensive audit workpapers in accordance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards), departmental policies, and professional auditing practices
4. Develops, refines, and executes risk-based audit programs, testing methodologies, and procedures to assess compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and internal controls
5. Documents business processes, risks, controls, and audit results through narratives, process flows, risk-control matrices, and other audit documentation, clearly identifying control strengths, gaps, and opportunities for improvement
6. Researches, interprets, and applies policies and regulations of Kennesaw State University, the University System of Georgia Board of Regents, state and federal agencies, and other governing bodies to determine compliance requirements and organizational impact
7. Provides regular updates to Internal Audit Division leadership regarding the status, progress, risks, and outcomes of audits, investigations, and special projects, proactively identifying and addressing issues that may impact project objectives or timelines
8. Identifies, evaluates, and communicates practical recommendations that enhance operational effectiveness, strengthen internal controls, improve compliance, reduce risk, and increase organizational efficiency
9. Prepares clear, concise, and well-supported audit reports that effectively communicate observations, risk implications, root causes, and actionable recommendations to management and stakeholders
10. Monitors, validates, and reports on the implementation and effectiveness of management action plans to ensure timely remediation of audit findings and identified control deficiencies.
11. Presents audit results, risk assessments, and recommendations to departmental leadership, University management, and other stakeholders, fostering constructive dialogue and accountability
12. Contributes to Internal Audit Division initiatives, including continuous improvement efforts, quality assurance activities, training, professional development, methodology enhancements, and departmental projects
13. Supports the annual enterprise risk assessment and audit planning process by identifying emerging risks, evaluating organizational priorities, and recommending areas for audit coverage
14. Serves as a resource and mentor to less experienced audit staff by sharing technical knowledge, providing guidance on audit methodologies, and promoting adherence to professional standards and best practices
