Description

The Birmingham, Alabama, based Manager is responsible for using Internal Audit resources to provide University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and UAB Health System clients, with an independent assessment of the quality of the organization's internal controls and business processes, as well as recommendations for continuous improvement. The Manager is responsible for performing and supervising internal audit projects in accordance with appropriate department and professional standards. Incumbents will work in ambiguous situations for which they will establish criteria, define work protocols, and structure assignments for other staff. She/he will fulfill duties with limited supervision while maintaining effective communications with the Assistant Director and/or Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manage individual audit projects and supervise staff projects in accordance with professional standards and organizational policies.  
• Inform and advise management of audit results, recommend corrective actions, and ensure timely follow-up.
• Leverage technology and data, adopting industry best practices.  
• Develop a network with peers to consider leading internal auditing strategies and techniques.
• Assist with risk assessments to aid in the development of the annual audit plan.  
• Oversee the performance and execution of the annual audit plan.  
• Demonstrate effective project and time management skills, working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• The position may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills. Excellent communicator with ability to express complex ideas effectively in simple language
• Computer skills with emphasis in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio with the ability to learn new menu-driven software packages quickly.
• Strong data analysis and critical thinking skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sedentary Work:  involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Hours are typically 8:oo am - 5:00 pm, will sometimes be required to work more than 40 hours to meet project timelines.
• Primary office location in Birmingham, AL with eligible employees receiving remote work arrangement one day per week.
• Exposure can include office environments and other locations that are not extreme or hazardous.

In addition to a competitive salary, the University of Alabama System offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation, personal, sick and holiday leave; enrollment in the Teachers' Retirement System; a matching 403(b) plan and a tuition assistance program for employees, their spouse and dependents. The Office of Internal Audit offers one remote workday a week after probationary period.

Note to applicant: Applications must include a cover letter, resume, and complete contact information for three professional references who will be contacted only with the candidate's permission. Final salary will be commensurate with the overall qualifications of the selected final candidate.

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama System is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), including an EOE of protected vets and individuals with disabilities.

This posting will remain open until May 6, 2026, at 11:59 pm CDT.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant field from an accredited university
• Minimum five (5) years of experience with a recommended combination of public accounting, internal auditing and/or operational healthcare, higher education, or other related industries.
• Current CIA or CPA Certification