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 The University of Michigan

The University of Michigan is consistently recognized as one of the nation's leading public universities and among the Best Colleges to Work for by The Chronicle of Higher Education. With three campuses, 19 schools and colleges, a world-renowned academic medical center, and a broad research enterprise, the University of Michigan is consistently ranked one of America's top public universities.

Office of Audit Services

Audit Services at the University of Michigan is a collaborative team of 23 professionals serving the entire consolidated enterprise, including Michigan Medicine, Athletics, and the Dearborn and Flint campuses. .  We provide high-quality assurance, and management advisory services designed to assess and improve risk management, internal controls, compliance, and governance processes across the University of Michigan.

We encourage teamwork, respect for others, creativity and innovation, lifelong learning, and balancing professional and personal priorities. We value respect, integrity, professionalism, and accountability. We strive to foster a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals can grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and bring new ideas and perspectives to the team. Audit Services operates in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards and Code of Ethics established by The Institute of Internal Auditors. Audit Services is committed to innovation, continuous learning, and the evolving practice of internal auditing, including the use of data analytics, technology-enabled auditing techniques, and modern risk-based audit methodologies.  The department supports ongoing professional development through training, mentoring, conference participation, and professional certification opportunities.

Please visit https://audits.umich.edu for additional information.

Audit Services at the University of Michigan seeks an outstanding auditor to join our team. Audit Services provides independent assurance, advisory, and other value-added services designed to assess and improve risk management, internal controls, compliance, and governance processes across one of the nation's leading public research universities.

The successful candidate will plan and perform operational, compliance, financial, and advisory engagements across the University of Michigan's three campuses and affiliated operations. Audit work may include academic, research, administrative, and other university functions. Responsibilities include engagement planning, risk assessment, process evaluation, internal control assessment, data analysis, fieldwork, documentation review, and development of meaningful recommendations that improve operations, strengthen controls, enhance compliance, and support effective risk management.

This position requires strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills. The successful candidate will interact with leadership and staff across the university, communicate complex issues clearly and professionally, and contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and high-quality client service. Candidates should be proactive, intellectually curious, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Travel is limited but may occasionally be required. This position follows a hybrid work arrangement with a flexible combination of on-site and remote work responsibilities. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Ann Arbor and maintain reliable internet access for remote work.

Respect for the university's core values is essential to the Audit Services mission. We are committed to supporting initiatives that uphold and enhance these values across the university's research, teaching, patient care, and service missions.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, information systems, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Professional experience conducting operational, compliance, financial, consulting, or internal audits in higher education, healthcare, public accounting, government, or similarly complex environments
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and engagements in a dynamic environment while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work standards
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risk and evaluate internal controls and business processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-management skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented and inclusive environment
   

• Knowledge of internal auditing standards, risk-based auditing approaches, governance processes, and internal control frameworks
• Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or similar credential
• Master's degree or other advanced professional degree
• Experience using data analytics, visualization, or technology-enabled auditing tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL, ACL, BusinessObjects, or similar platforms)
• Familiarity with enterprise systems and technologies such as PeopleSoft, Emburse Enterprise

The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees and their families, including health and retirement benefits, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and flexible work arrangements.

Working at Michigan means contributing to a mission larger than yourself. Every employee plays a role in advancing education, research, patient care, innovation, and service in ways that have a meaningful impact on communities across Michigan and beyond.
 

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Salary is commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for these positions will not be sponsored for work visas.
 

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.