Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Senior Auditor

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing

Department
UFA Audit & Advisory Services

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Auditor within Audit and Advisory Services (AAS). Reporting to the university's Manager of Audit and Advisory Services, the Senior Auditor position exists to provide professional, independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve university units' operations. This role assists units accomplish their mission and objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Participates in the planning of assigned financial, operational, and investigative projects.
• Supervises assigned projects to ensure timely and effective completion.
• Identifies and evaluates key risks and controls.
• Adequately documents audit work, such as narratives and process flows, to capture procedures performed, support conclusions reached, and identify internal controls and control weaknesses.
• Performs and supervises work for all project phases, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.
• Reviews project staff and departmental intern workpapers.
• Utilizes automated techniques and analytics software (i.e., Tableau) to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of audit and advisory services.
• Leads project communications with the client, such as opening meetings, audit status updates, and closing meetings.
• Partners with client management to develop actionable recommendations to address audit observations.
• Educates relevant stakeholders about audit observations and recommendations to remediate issues and mitigate risks.
• Leads the creation of the audit report and delivers clear and concise recommendations.
• Acts as the main contact for follow-up with the client on timely completion of audit recommendations.
• Develops positive working relationships across the University to foster an environment of trust and open communication.
• Works to stay alert to university risks and provides input into the AAS annual risk assessment
• Participates, in an advisory capacity, on university system implementation teams, task forces, and working groups to provide input into internal controls and process workflows.
• Consults all levels of university management on risk mitigation, control, and governance processes.
• Trains, coaches, and develops less experienced team members.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade
07

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
94492.000

Mid Range Salary
119604.000

Maximum Salary
144715.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status
Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours
37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description
Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline (i.e., Business Administration, Finance).
• At least five (5) years of work experience in the practice of professional internal auditing or public accounting.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to understand the components of sound risk management, control, and governance processes.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting and auditing principles.
• Ability to perform basic data analytics using data analytic software.
• Ability to know and abide by the Institute of Internal Auditors' International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing in their day-to-day work.
• Ability to demonstrate a wide knowledge of auditing techniques.
• Ability to keep abreast of breaking developments in auditing literature, as well as perform research through the auditors' network of resources for issues specifically addressing the university.
• Understanding of management and control model principles.
• Ability to understand internal control and compliance frameworks, such as: Internal Control - Integrated Framework (i.e., the COSO Model), Capability Maturity Model, Three Lines of Defense, HIPAA.
• Ability to be analytical, observant, and impartial.
• Ability to express themselves clearly and professionally in all communications.
• Ability to be an excellent listener by both hearing what is said and by correctly interpreting non-verbal signals.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and writing, recognizing audit reports, advisory letters, and other documents are the most visible "product" of AAS services.
• Ability to be organized to track their own work and progress on assignments.
• Ability to interpret trends, relationships, and problems from a financial and statistical perspective.
• Ability to to apply advanced auditing principles in all assignments.
• Ability to exhibit supervisory and teaching skills when working with Associate Auditors and departmental interns.
• Advanced writing skills to create audit reports, workpapers, and other communications.
• Ability to understand business processes, information, and communication flows and internal control systems of varying complexities for analysis and evaluation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and/or gain an understanding of vast amounts of documentation, including, but not limited to; federal, state, and local statues, administrative codes, federal and state agency mandates, contracts with external organizations, and university and unit policies and procedures.
• Ability to excellent listener to ensure engagements service our client's needs while achieving the objectives of AAS and the university.
• Ability to utilize interpersonal skills for meeting and communicating with all levels of the university community.
• Ability to multitask and work concurrently on more than one assigned project.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality on all projects and occasionally work under stressful conditions (i.e., investigations, politically charged issues).
• Ability to make independent, professional, and supportable judgements on work performed and be flexible in taking direction from the AAS Management team.
• Ability to facilitate complex discussions on control matters.
• Ability to adhere to values such as integrity, objectivity, competency, and confidentiality of AAS.
• Ability to act in a manner that conveys the professionalism of AAS.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
• An advanced degree such as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Accounting Science.
• Public presentation skills and experience in designing content materials for formal presentations in workshops and teaching groups.
• Experience within an institution of higher education and/or healthcare setting (e.g., hospital, academic medical center, other clinical setting).
• Prior usage of audit management software (e.g., AuditBoard, MKInsight, TeamMate, Auto Audit).

Equipment Utilized

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams), audit management software, and data analytics/business intelligence tools.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to work on a computer for substantial portions of their work day and be willing to drive to all Rutgers locations throughout New Jersey.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
26ST1426

Posting Open Date
06/30/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus
Off Campus

City
Piscataway

State
NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.