Overview UNC Asheville is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina. It is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system, known for student-centered teaching, undergraduate mentoring in research, interdisciplinary learning, and a welcoming campus community. The university has been recognized by Research.com, US News & World Report, and the Princeton Review in 2025 for various rankings. Employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package and resources to support work/life balance.Position Details Position Type: EHRA StaffTitle: Director of Internal Audit #000040Position Number: 000040Recruitment Range: $105,000-$110,000Work Schedule and Hours: University business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This position has a normal administrative workload that at times requires additional hours outside of normal business hours to meet key deadlines.Full-Time / Part-Time: Full-TimeMonths per Year: 12 MonthsSummary: The Director of Internal Audit administers the internal audit activity of the University by conducting audits of academic and administrative departments and activities and by developing a comprehensive, practical program of audit coverage for the University. The Director of Internal Audit must understand and support the mission of a liberal arts institution and provide objective and professional evaluation of University operations to assist management in accomplishing their assigned responsibilities.FLSA: ExemptResponsibilities The Director of Internal Audit conducts audits across academic and administrative areas, develops a risk-based audit plan aligned with institutional priorities, and provides objective evaluations to support management decisions. The role requires independent judgment, coordination with senior leadership, and communication of findings to executive leaders and boards as appropriate.Required Education/Experience/Skills Master's degree or a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related discipline, and four years of audit experience, or Bachelor's degree in any field and certification/licensure in one or more of the following: certified internal auditor, certified fraud examiner, certified information system auditor, certified public accountant, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred Education/Experience/Skills Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE; or an advanced degree such as an MBA or related field.Significant experience leading internal audit functions within a complex, decentralized organization, preferably in higher education or government environments.Demonstrated ability to develop and execute risk-based audit plans and align audit activities with institutional priorities.Strong knowledge of accounting, auditing, internal controls, and applicable regulatory frameworks, ideally within a public higher education setting.Experience engaging with executive leadership and governing boards, including the ability to translate technical findings into strategic, decision-relevant insights.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise materials for senior leadership and boards.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Decision Making: Thorough knowledge of theories, principles, and systems design related to organizational governance, risk management, and internal controls. Ability to compile, monitor, and examine a variety of large, complex data and exercise judgement in evaluating or interpreting results. Experience in managing confidential matters. Competency in recognizing complex and unique risks, weaknesses, or inefficiencies and developing resolutions and/or consulting with leadership to achieve resolution.Authority: In accordance with University policy, can make all decisions necessary to carry out assigned projects and related internal audit and work programs to meet the audit objectives. May direct the activities of students or volunteers.Communication: Uses proper oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Exchanges information using tact and persuasion, as appropriate. Effectively shares relevant information with assigned team and fosters dialogue as necessary.Computer or other special needed: Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. Use advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business and audit-related software to conduct internal audit work as well as the extraction of relevant business data and its analysis.Degree of independent action performed on the job: Able to work independently and with varying levels of management. Manage multiple projects or single projects in complex environments. Manage competing priorities.Internal and external contacts required as part of the job: Interact appropriately with all levels of personnel, build good working relationships, and establish a network of organizational contacts. Understand the formal and informal departmental goals, standards, policies and procedures. Be sensitive to the interrelationship of both people and functions throughout the organization. Responsible for own professional development and contribute to the development of others.Special Instructions to the Applicant All applications must be submitted online. Please include a Cover Letter and Resume. Further inquiries may be directed to the Search Chair, Sarah Humphries, at shumphri@unca.edu.Posting Details Posting Number: E0569Posting date: 05/28/2026Open Until Filled: YesBackground/E-Verify: UNC Asheville uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.Credential Verification: All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.University Safety: The UNC Asheville Annual Safety Report is available online. For more information please contact the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Institutional Integrity & Access/Clery Act Compliance Officer at (828) 232-5658 or email oiia@unca.edu. The report discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.#J-18808-Ljbffr