OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY
Leading audits and/or compliance assurance reviews of Duke University and/or Duke University Health System and its departments, institutes, centers, and regulatory functional offices to ensure effectiveness of internal controls and accuracy of recorded data.
Performs operational, financial compliance and information technology assessments to evaluate business processes and technology systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy.
May also conduct advisory engagements focused on risk assessment, root cause analysis, performance metrics, process design, and technology pre-implementation.
WORK PERFORMED
Communicate and collaborate with team members, department leadership and client representatives.
Plan and perform independent, objective audit, and advisory service engagements based upon understanding risks, developing scope and project management against milestones.
Compile information and/or prepare written reports and analyses communicating review results with appropriate recommendations to senior leadership; perform follow up to ensure complete and appropriate action within risk tolerance parameters.
Examine and analyze records and conduct client interviews to evaluate internal controls, business process design, risk mitigation strategy, and/or compliance with Duke policy or third-party regulations.
Lead risk-based engagement planning, perform fieldwork, document workpapers and draft engagement reports.
Develops recommendations to address issues detected.
DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES
Education/Training
Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, management information systems or related field; advanced degree desirable.
CPA, CIA, CRA, CCRP or other relevant professional certification is strongly preferred.
Experience
Successful candidates will possess solid business acumen, well-developed analytical skills, strong relationship management abilities and the desire to achieve value-added project outcomes.
Position requires at least five years' experience in auditing, accounting or financial operations, including responsibility for engagement planning, oversight and delivery.
Experience in public accounting, or equivalent professional services is preferred.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Technical Skills
Research and investigation
Business process documentation
Risk and control identification
Data collection and analysis
Workpaper documentation
Problem solving tools and techniques
Project management
Interpersonal Skills
Supportive of Duke Values
Purpose driven
Influence and communication
Leadership and teamwork
Change management
Diplomacy and conflict resolution
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification.
This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's Degree in accounting, scientific, allied health or related field of study.
Certified Research Administrator (CRA), Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or equivalent certification is preferred.
Experience
Requires five years experience in regulatory compliance, clinical research or grants administration.
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