Posting DetailsPosition Information
Position Title Director of Internal Audit
Position Type Regular
Job Number SA84224
Full or Part Time full-time 40 hours weekly
Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Exempt
Anticipated Pay Range $155,000 - $195,000
Pay Range Information Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer, the Director of Internal Audit is responsible for leading and executing the University's internal audit activities. This position leads the development and execution of a risk-based internal audit plan, leads audits and advisory reviews across operational, compliance, financial, and technology risk areas, and communicates observations and recommendations to management and senior leadership. The role helps promote effective internal controls, accountability, and continuous improvement across the University. The position is expected to maintain independence, objectivity, and confidentiality consistent with professional internal auditing standards.
Responsibilities - Lead the annual risk assessment process and develop a risk-based internal audit plan by identifying emerging risks, gathering input from management and key stakeholders, and recommend audit priorities.
- Lead and perform internal audit and advisory engagements from planning through reporting, including defining objectives and scope, conducting interviews and walkthroughs, evaluating risks and controls, performing testing, and documenting results.
- Assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls across operational, financial, compliance, and technology-related processes, and identify opportunities to strengthen control environments and improve efficiency.
- Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported audit reports that describe issues, root causes, risk implications, and practical recommendations for corrective action.
- Present audit results and recommendations to management and senior leadership, build alignment on action plans, and escalate significant issues as appropriate.
- Provide periodic updates to the Audit Committee, including presenting the annual audit plan for approval and reporting year-end audit results..
- Monitor the status of management corrective action plans and perform follow-up procedures, as needed, to validate implementation of agreed-upon actions.
- Contribute to coverage of technology risk areas, including topics such as user access, systems and applications, data protection, third-party risk, and IT general controls, in coordination with audit resources and subject matter expertise as appropriate.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships across the University and serve as a trusted advisor by providing objective, risk-based insight on controls, governance, and operational improvement opportunities.
- Supervise audit staff and student employees, review workpapers and reports, support resource planning, and help shape the overall direction and maturity of the internal audit function.
- Support the development and use of automated and other technological tools.
- Perform other specialized duties related to the Office of Institutional Compliance and Internal Audit.
Required Qualifications - Knowledge of internal auditing standards, risk assessment practices, internal control frameworks, and audit methodology.
- Strong understanding of governance, compliance, financial, operational, and technology risk concepts, with the ability to apply sound professional judgment in varied environments
- Demonstrated ability to plan and execute complex audits, analyze issues, synthesize information, and develop practical, risk-based recommendations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare executive-ready reports and present results to management and senior leadership.
- Ability to build effective working relationships, influence constructively, and navigate sensitive matters with diplomacy, objectivity, and confidentiality.
- Experience evaluating technology-related controls and risks, such as user access, system configuration, data protection, vendor risk, or IT general controls, is preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and lead projects to completion within established timelines.
- Demonstrated people leadership experience, including coaching, reviewing work, delegating assignments, and supporting staff development, is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, public administration, information systems, or a related field required.
- Director level: typically requires at least 10 years of progressively responsible relevant experience, including demonstrated leadership or supervisory responsibility
- At least one certification required (CPA, CIA, CISA) Higher education experience is also preferred.
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