Principal Associate Research Auditor

Required Qualifications : • B.A. or B.S. degree in related area and 5-10 years relevant experience and /or equivalent experience/training • 5+ years of experience in auditing sponsored research, research administration, or related field. • Professional auditing or accounting certification in one or more of the following: CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE. • Advanced knowledge of the audit profession, theories and systems of internal control, and professional auditing standards. • Broad and thorough knowledge of finance, accounting, business and systems operations. • Thorough knowledge of federal and state requirements covering university research compliance activities. • Advanced analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations. • Skills to determine and apply appropriate policies and practices in the completion of audit assignments. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work independently with all levels of University personnel, including management and faculty, and to facilitate agreement on issues and corrective actions. • Ability to multitask in getting assigned work completed timely and adapt to unexpected changes in work assignments and priorities Preferred Qualifications : • Specialized expertise in enterprise software and relational databases; data analytical skills • Experience working with computer assisted auditing tools (e.g. ACL) and automated workpapers. • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. Proficient working with Microsoft Office Suite. • Experience in auditing in large research universities or academic medical centers. • Professional Certification: CPA, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner or CISA • Specialized certification in Healthcare, Sponsored Research and/or Compliance License/Certification : • Professional auditing or accounting certification in one or more of the following: CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE.