Audit Manager (Hybrid Schedule)

Columbia University is seeking an Audit Manager to join its Internal Audit department. This hybrid position reports to the Associate Director and involves performing and leading complex operational, financial, and compliance audits, analytics, and investigations across the University.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and perform audits, analytics, and investigations of various University units
• Develop risk assessments, control matrices, process flows, and audit work plans
• Coordinate with Compliance, Security, Legal Counsel, and other offices as needed
• Design and deliver project communications and audit programs
• Prepare and review project work papers in accordance with professional standards
• Supervise other auditors and review their work
• Conduct interviews, walk-throughs, and tests of financial and operational functions
• Identify and resolve exceptions with stakeholders
• Participate in cross-functional discussions on process and control enhancements
• Manage multiple assignments and track progress against project plans
• Prepare draft reports with findings and recommendations
• Manage follow-up activities including audit issue tracking

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in auditing, accounting, business, finance, or related field
• Minimum 5 years related business experience, including at least 3 years of internal/external auditing
• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience
• Must obtain Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation within 18 months of hire
• Knowledge of IIA Internal Auditing Standards and Code of Ethics
• Understanding of higher education and healthcare finance, operations, and technology
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Available for international travel (10-20%)

Preferred: MA/MS/MBA, proficiency in Microsoft Access/SQL/ACL, experience with Thomson Reuters Accelus, experience in higher education/healthcare/research/nonprofit.