UO
Administration/Managerment

Senior Auditor

Deadline
Nov 02, 2026
Closing in 14 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 05, 2026
Offered salary$53,061-87,526/year

About the role

Senior Auditor

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Posting Details

Posting Details
Job Title Senior Auditor
Requisition Number RE56031
Working Title
Department Name 1A000:Internal Audit
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 46
Salary Range $53,061-87,526/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification None
Physical Requirements Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time. Performing repetitive motion tasks. Pushing, pulling or lifting up to 10 lbs. Ability to attend meetings on and off campus
Shift Primarily days (i.e.: 8:00 am-5:00 pm). However, an exempt position as this may require additional time regarding evenings and/or weekends, etc. to accomplish work goals.
Job Summary Internal Audit assists the university management, administration, and the Board of Trustees in the effective discharge of their fiduciary and administrative responsibilities by providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services with respect to evaluating risk management, control, and governance processes.

The Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for leading financial, compliance, and operational audits of the various departments, colleges and other units within the University and its affiliates. This position will require the ability to work independently as well as part of a team with various auditors.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Conduct internal audits and advisory engagements in accordance with professional standards to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls related to financial reporting and operational processes, and associated information systems.
  • Formulate recommendations that ensure controls are adequate to protect the institution against fraud, waste and abuse.
  • Review financial and operational processes for compliance with relevant University policies, Industry standards, State laws, and Federal regulations.
  • Obtain and review financial reports, budget data, organization charts, computer reports, prior audit reports, correspondence files, departmental procedures manuals, and relevant legislation.
  • Assign, review, and approve the work performed by other auditors.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Accounting knowledge and experience
Effective reporting for clear communication
Analytical reasoning
Knowledge of MS Office (Windows, Excel, Word, etc.), and SAP
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience Auditing experience, CIA, ACFE, or CPA preferred
Deadline to Apply 11/02/2026
Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Rate your level of expertise in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and Powerpoint) and Adobe Acrobat software.
    • Novice
    • Apprentice
    • Proficient
    • Distinguished
  2. * How many years of paid work experience do you have in accounting or finance?
    • None
    • More than 0, through 1 year
    • More than 1 year, through 3 years
    • More than 3 years, through 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  3. * Briefly describe how your past work experience will successfully translate to the Business Auditor role.

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Why are you interested in this position?

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

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