Internal Auditor - 222820

Job Summary

Responsible to the Chief Audit Executive for assisting with audits of all phases of university operations, including the College of Medicine and College of Pharmacy, in accordance with acceptable audit standards; providing management with analyses, appraisals, and recommendations; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and principles.
Knowledge of basic audit standards, procedures, and techniques required to perform audits.
Knowledge of university policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Knowledge of computer-based information systems and various software packages.
Knowledge of higher education financial and reporting standards.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to analyze information, identify problems, and formulate solutions in accounting systems and related areas.
Ability to comprehend and interpret policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Ability to work independently.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting from a regionally accredited institution. 
Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills.
Possess effective personal computing skills with Microsoft Office software programs.
Possess effective analytical skills.
Proven ability to exercise professional judgement in evaluating information and making recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

Interest in pursuing the CPA, CIA, or CFE certification.
Professional Experience in auditing

Compensation & Benefits

• Job Family – Audit/Compliance Officer 1
• Market Range - 8
• For information on benefits, please visit 

Application Instructions

• Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
• Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check. 
• Documents needed to apply: Cover letter and resume and letters of recommendation (upon request)

University Overview
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students and highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community engagement.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Disclaimer Statement:

• Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.