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Goals and Strategies

  • Develop and maintain a state of the art audit framework and process which assures audit effectiveness.
  • Develop an intentional Annual Operating Project Plan based on an annual comprehensive University Risk Assessment.
  • Develop a viable production schedule to meet the Annual Operating Project Plan.
  • Perform scheduled reviews in a consultative, high quality, focused and professional manner.
  • Report review results and management analysis to University management in a comprehensive, clear, concise and high quality manner.
  • Perform timely and high quality follow-up reviews of project recommendations.
  • Perform regular and comprehensive communication to the University Chancellor, General Council, Chief Business & Financial Planning Officer, and Executive Vice Chancellors.
  • Support major University systems development and process improvement initiatives.

Mission Objective

Internal Audit will assist University Administration by:

  • Evaluating University activities and preparing an annual project plan in accordance with Board of Regents guidelines. The plan will be based on an assessment of the various risks associated with University activities taking into consideration the time interval since last review.
  • Performing reviews of records, systems, policies, procedures, property, and activities of University units, departments and functions to:
    • Determine the accuracy and propriety of financial transactions
    • Evaluate, consult, and educate on financial and operational processes, controls, related risks, and exposures
    • Provide advice and guidance on control and risk aspects of new policies, systems, processes, and procedures
    • Verify the existence of University assets and determine whether proper safeguards are maintained to protect them from loss
    • Determine the level of compliance with University policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations
    • Evaluate the accuracy, effectiveness, and efficiency of the University's electronic information and processing systems
    • Determine the effectiveness and efficiency of organizations in accomplishing their mission and identify operational opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancements
  • Preparing and distributing project reports or memorandums covering issues, findings, and recommendations in sufficient detail for management action. A written response to the review will be required from the area under review within requested time frames.
  • Recommending new or revised University or departmental policies, procedures or controls to correct issues identified during project review.
  • Conducting follow-up on significant issues on a periodic basis to evaluate the adequacy of management action taken to correct reported problems.
  • Advising and consulting with the University administration on financial and management issues, sound business practices and internal control requirements.
  • Performing special reviews, research, or investigations as needed or requested by the University administration.

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