Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for the internal audit function at Murray State University's main and satellite campuses, establishment of an annual audit plan in conjunction with the President of the University and the Board of Regents and twice annually formally present to the Board of Regents. This position also supports the work of the external auditors with which the University contracts. This position functions as one of the key components in the Administration's monitoring of compliance with existing financial and operational control policies and procedures. The internal auditor is concerned with all phases of institutional activity. Current operations are continually being evaluated for cost-effectiveness and efficiency. Financial procedures are tested to determine the adequacy of existing controls. Accounting systems are reviewed for timeliness, reliability and usefulness. Institutional records are tested for accuracy, compliance, and completeness. Transactions are examined for accuracy and compliance with institutional policies and laws. Internal Auditor supports Human Resources in complying with IRS regulations for mandatory and supplemental tax shelter plans currently available to employees. Major accounting areas to be audited by Internal Auditor are current assets, current liabilities, fixed assets, movable equipment, resale inventory, long term liabilities, bonds payable, leases, budgets, tax shelters, IRS regulations, Athletics, external reporting, internal reporting, payroll, fringe benefits, purchasing cards, travel, grants & contracts, investments, prepaid assets, deferred revenues, insurance, software, hardware, special requests from the President, etc. All responsibilities/duties should be completed in light of current conditions and materiality to the University's overall mission. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree required. Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements: Minimum of one-year full-time experience or internship(s) in an accounting role or related field required. Must have strong oral and written communication skills. Knowledgeable of audit procedures and processes for non-profit organizations and universities. CPA required or obtained within the first two years of employment in this position. Special Instructions to Applicants: Along with the application, the following items must be included: Letter of application Resume
For first consideration, please submit a completed application along? with all required materials? by April 22, 2024.? Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Work Location: Murray, KY
About Murray State University
For 100 years Murray State University has served students from the region, the nation and the world. Founded in 1922, the University has grown from an enrollment of 202 students to 9,500 today. Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities. Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Murray State has been continuously accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on C ... olleges (SACSCOC) since 1928. Recent Accolades: •U.S. News & World Report (32 consecutive years as a top-tier university) and top 10 in south region for Top Public Schools, Best Value and Best College for Veterans •Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck•G.I. Jobs Military Friendly School •Forbes Best Employers List Located in the west Kentucky region, Murray State is a public, comprehensive University with four colleges (business; science, engineering and technology; humanities and fine arts; education and human services)– and two schools (agriculture; nursing and health professions). The University's 236-acre main campus is located in Murray, Kentucky and offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, professional instruction, as well as continuing education programs. Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, as well as many other benefit offerings.The city of Murray, located in Calloway County, offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Show more
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