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Northwestern University seeks to employ a varied and diverse range of dynamic people who understand
the importance of our mission and vision. When you consider a career at Northwestern University, you
know that you are joining an institution with a deep history of academic, professional and personal
excellence.
 
Currently, we have a career opportunity as a Senior Auditor/Business Systems Analyst with the Office for
Audit and Advisory Services.  
 
Internal auditing is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and
improve an organization's operations.  It helps an organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a
systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control,
and governance processes.
 
The Senior Auditor/Business System Analyst is responsible for the development and execution of a
continuous auditing program for A&AS.  He/she will also serve as the knowledge base for PeopleSoft
database tables and data warehouse for the department, and assist other A&AS areas in obtaining the data
they need for use in their projects. 
 
 
This critical role:
•    Designs and develops data analytics for use throughout A&AS. Responsible for the development
of the continuous auditing programs for the department;
•    Evaluates business risks for their impact to NU PeopleSoft systems. This individual should be
able to understand business processes and procedures in order to identify areas of risk.
•    Develop creative approaches to displaying data trends and communicates results to School and
Central Administrative mangers.  Collaborates with other staff to develop reports, presentations,
and graphics that would help management make informed decisions.
•    Develops an annual project plan for data analytics;
•    Supervises and assist in training of audit staff related to understanding data mining techniques;
•    Prepares periodic reports and other deliverables summarizing continuous auditing metrics for
management use.
 
 
Minimum Qualifications: 
•    Bachelor’s Degree, in Accounting, Finance, Business Computer Science or MIS or the equivalent
combination of education, training and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired;
•    Minimum four years’ experience; composed of public accounting, internal auditing, and/or
general accounting;
•    Knowledge of PC platform applications, specifically ACL, Excel, and experience working with
PeopleSoft relational databases;
•    Demonstrable competence in using a variety of management information software applications;
•    Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task;
 
 
 
•    Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles promulgated by the American Institute
of Certified Public Accountants and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board and
knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards promulgated by the American Institute of
Certified Public Accountants, Governmental Accounting Office, and The Institute of Internal
Auditors;
•    Progressive experience in auditing and information technology sufficient to apply the enterprise
risk assessment methodology and continuous auditing is necessary.
•    Experience with automated workpapers;
•    Supervisory experience;
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•    Team management attitude and commitment and dedication to support the unit¿s goals.
•    Experience working in higher education;
•    Have an understanding of the non-for-profit structure;
•    Understanding of compliance issues as they relate to grant requirements and NCAA legislation.
 
Preferred Qualifications: 
•    Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant;
•    Financial analysis background with the development of computer assisted audit techniques
(CAATs);
•    A depth of knowledge of the database tables behind PeopleSoft financial systems is needed along
with expertise in the necessary software products to perform complex data analysis.
•    As per Northwestern University policy, this position requires a criminal background check. 
Successful applicants will need to submit to a criminal background check prior to employment.
 
 
Northwestern University is an equal opportunity employer and strongly believes in creating an
environment that welcomes students, faculty and staff of all races, nationalities and religions.  In doing so,
we offer our students the opportunity to learn and grow in diverse communities preparing them for
successful careers in an increasingly global and diverse work force.
 
For consideration, please click on the link below. You will be directed to Northwestern University's
electronic recruiting system, eRecruit, where you will search and apply for current openings. To apply for
this position in eRecruit, enter the Job Opening ID number in the appropriate search field. Once you
apply, you will receive an email confirming submission of your resume. For all resumes received, if there
is interest in your candidacy, the human resources recruiter or the department hiring manager will contact
you. Job Opening ID number for this position is 18933 .  
 
http://www.northwestern.edu/hr/jobs/ 
 
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.