Audit and Investigative Manager

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Audit and Investigative Manager - Boca Raton, FL.

Reporting directly to the Inspector General, the Audit and Investigative Manager serves as a lead staff within the Office of the Inspector General (OIG), supporting the University’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and effective governance. This role carries significant responsibility for planning, conducting, and overseeing audits, investigations, and management advisory reviews that advance the OIG’s mission and uphold professional standards of practice.

The Audit and Investigative Manager ensures that all assigned projects are executed efficiently, thoroughly, and in accordance with established methodologies, regulatory requirements, and institutional policies. The position contributes to the development and implementation of special studies, performs complex data analyses, and provides authoritative interpretation of OIG policies and procedures. In the absence of the Inspector General—and when delegated—the individual may assume designated IG responsibilities to maintain continuity of operations and decision-making within the office.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Works closely with the IG and performs that positions duties in the absence of the IG as requested.

• Responsible for performing audit and investigative fieldwork, management advisory/consulting services and other duties to implement the annual work plan.

• Ensures effective and efficient performance of projects as assigned by the IG utilizing a disciplined systematic methodology and professional standards.

• Performs periodic post project assessment of implementation status in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Assists in developing and conducting special studies and collecting and analyzing data as appropriate.

• Assists in interpreting rules and policies of the Office of Inspector General (OIG).

• Performs related duties, as deemed appropriate, in order to accomplish the responsibilities and functions of the OIG.

FAU Benefits and Perks

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• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

• Sick Leave Pool Program.

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience required.
Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor certificate.
Possession of related professional certifications, which may include (but are not limited to):
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Certified Inspector General Auditor (CIGA)
• Certified Inspector General Investigator (CIGI)
• Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)
• Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)

Salary:

$85,000 - $90,000 annually.
Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

Office of University Inspector General

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Application Deadline:

2026-07-15

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.