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Internal Auditor roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Australian professionals can pursue unlimited two-year renewals with no lottery and no annual cap, making it one of the most predictable paths to long-term U.S. employment in audit and compliance.
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Position: Internal Auditor
Position Number: 0080348
Hiring Unit: Board of Regents, Office of Internal Audit
Location: Manoa Campus
Date Posted: September 04, 2026
Closing Date: September 21, 2026, 11:59PM HST
Salary: salary schedules and placement information
Additional Salary Information: Band A minimum $4,627/month
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent
Funding: General
Duties and Responsibilities
(Denotes Essential Functions)
- Serve as staff auditor for assigned financial, operational, and compliance engagements included in the Annual Internal Audit Plan. Accountable for completing assigned audit testing and delivering complete, review-ready audit artifacts (planning documents, risk assessments, audit objectives, test steps, reports).
- Effectively meet agreed-upon audit and review completion timelines. Provide updates to the auditor in charge on the status of assigned work including immediate notification of any encountered issues or roadblocks.
- Communicates testing results, scope limitations, weekly progress, and preliminary findings to Internal Audit leadership, Internal Audit staff, and external auditees. Maintain professional demeanor when conducting internal and external meetings such as auditee walkthroughs, entry and exit meetings, and status update discussions.
- Participates in the annual and project-level risk assessments. Assists in the preparations of Risk and Control Matrices (RACMs) by evaluating risk factors and internal control types. Assists in creation of audit programs including providing input on audit objectives and audit test steps. Prepares clear and concise workpapers adhering to OIA standards.
- Drafts well-structured, clear, and concise audit workpapers and draft reports detailing root causes, risks, and actionable recommendations. Conducts follow-up procedures to verify the implementation of management corrective action plans.
- Provides task-level guidance, workpaper support, and daily direction to supporting audit colleagues and student auditors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of a baccalaureate degree in business, accounting, or related field and 0 year of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for external audit, internal audit, and/or risk consulting; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
- Functional knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of Audit and Accounting demonstrated by knowledge, understanding and ability to apply concepts, terminology.
- Functional knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, federal and state laws, rules, regulations and systems associated with Audit and Accounting.
- Demonstrated ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve the full range problems that may commonly occur in the area of Audit and Accounting.
- Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation, write reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members and individuals.
- Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer, apply word processing software, and Microsoft Excel software.
- Knowledge of audit methodologies (e.g., IIA, COSO, ISACA).
Desirable Qualifications
- Accounting or audit certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CGAP, CISA).
- Experience in a Big 4 accounting firm.
- Experience in government accounting and auditing standards (e.g., GASB, GAGAS, and Federal Uniform Guidance Requirements).
- Experience in technology audit (e.g., general IT controls, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and disaster recovery).
- Experience with the use of artificial intelligence to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of audit and advisory projects.
- Experience with out-source and co-source audit operating models and management of subject matter experts that aid in the execution of audit and advisory projects.
- Proficiency in database querying and advanced data analytics (e.g., SQL, Snowflake, Python).
To Apply:
Applicant must submit the following: (1) resume, (2) cover letter indicating how the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position are met, (3) the names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references, and (4) copies of educational transcripts with CONFIDENTIAL DATA (i.e., social security number, birth date, etc.) REDACTED. If requested transcripts are unobtainable by closing date, please indicate so where transcripts are required as an attachment. You will have a grace period of 7 days from closing date to email copies of your transcripts to systempo@hawaii.edu. Official transcripts will be required if selected to fill the position. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries
Sierra Uchima-Pyun, 808-956-3169, systempo@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
Description
Position: Internal Auditor
Position Number: 0080348
Hiring Unit: Board of Regents, Office of Internal Audit
Location: Manoa Campus
Date Posted: September 04, 2026
Closing Date: September 21, 2026, 11:59PM HST
Salary: salary schedules and placement information
Additional Salary Information: Band A minimum $4,627/month
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent
Funding: General
Duties and Responsibilities
(Denotes Essential Functions)
- Serve as staff auditor for assigned financial, operational, and compliance engagements included in the Annual Internal Audit Plan. Accountable for completing assigned audit testing and delivering complete, review-ready audit artifacts (planning documents, risk assessments, audit objectives, test steps, reports).
- Effectively meet agreed-upon audit and review completion timelines. Provide updates to the auditor in charge on the status of assigned work including immediate notification of any encountered issues or roadblocks.
- Communicates testing results, scope limitations, weekly progress, and preliminary findings to Internal Audit leadership, Internal Audit staff, and external auditees. Maintain professional demeanor when conducting internal and external meetings such as auditee walkthroughs, entry and exit meetings, and status update discussions.
- Participates in the annual and project-level risk assessments. Assists in the preparations of Risk and Control Matrices (RACMs) by evaluating risk factors and internal control types. Assists in creation of audit programs including providing input on audit objectives and audit test steps. Prepares clear and concise workpapers adhering to OIA standards.
- Drafts well-structured, clear, and concise audit workpapers and draft reports detailing root causes, risks, and actionable recommendations. Conducts follow-up procedures to verify the implementation of management corrective action plans.
- Provides task-level guidance, workpaper support, and daily direction to supporting audit colleagues and student auditors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of a baccalaureate degree in business, accounting, or related field and 0 year of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for external audit, internal audit, and/or risk consulting; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
- Functional knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of Audit and Accounting demonstrated by knowledge, understanding and ability to apply concepts, terminology.
- Functional knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, federal and state laws, rules, regulations and systems associated with Audit and Accounting.
- Demonstrated ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve the full range problems that may commonly occur in the area of Audit and Accounting.
- Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation, write reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members and individuals.
- Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer, apply word processing software, and Microsoft Excel software.
- Knowledge of audit methodologies (e.g., IIA, COSO, ISACA).
Desirable Qualifications
- Accounting or audit certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CGAP, CISA).
- Experience in a Big 4 accounting firm.
- Experience in government accounting and auditing standards (e.g., GASB, GAGAS, and Federal Uniform Guidance Requirements).
- Experience in technology audit (e.g., general IT controls, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and disaster recovery).
- Experience with the use of artificial intelligence to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of audit and advisory projects.
- Experience with out-source and co-source audit operating models and management of subject matter experts that aid in the execution of audit and advisory projects.
- Proficiency in database querying and advanced data analytics (e.g., SQL, Snowflake, Python).
To Apply:
Applicant must submit the following: (1) resume, (2) cover letter indicating how the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position are met, (3) the names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references, and (4) copies of educational transcripts with CONFIDENTIAL DATA (i.e., social security number, birth date, etc.) REDACTED. If requested transcripts are unobtainable by closing date, please indicate so where transcripts are required as an attachment. You will have a grace period of 7 days from closing date to email copies of your transcripts to systempo@hawaii.edu. Official transcripts will be required if selected to fill the position. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries
Sierra Uchima-Pyun, 808-956-3169, systempo@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Internal Auditor
Translate your CPA credentials for U.S. employers
A CA (ANZ) qualification isn't automatically recognised as equivalent to a U.S. CPA. Get a credential evaluation from NASBA or NACES before applying so hiring managers and visa reviewers can confirm your degree meets specialty occupation requirements.
Target firms with established LCA filing history
Big Four accounting firms, Fortune 500 internal audit departments, and financial services companies regularly file Labor Condition Applications for audit roles. Focusing your search on employers with that track record cuts the time spent educating a recruiter on what an E-3 visa is.
Distinguish audit specialisations when writing your resume
SOX compliance, IT audit, and operational audit are treated as distinct specialisations by U.S. employers. Calling out your specific audit focus helps your application land with the right team and strengthens the specialty occupation case for your visa filing.
Clarify E-3 versus H-1B early in recruiter conversations
Many U.S. recruiters assume all visa sponsorship means H-1B visa. Telling them upfront that E-3 has no lottery, no cap, and a faster consular timeline removes the biggest reason audit employers decline to sponsor Australian candidates.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA and consulate prep
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your visa appointment, and the consulate package requires precise documentation of your audit role's specialty occupation status. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment.
Line up your employment offer before booking your visa appointment
The E-3 requires a certified LCA tied to a specific employer and role. Consulates in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth will reject your application without it, so confirm your employer is ready to file before scheduling your interview slot.
E-3 Visa Internal Auditor: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Internal Auditor jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Internal Auditor roles filtered by E-3 visa sponsorship. Many employers who list audit positions don't advertise sponsorship availability upfront, so searching a platform built around E-3 eligibility saves time and surfaces companies already familiar with the process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Internal Auditor role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Internal Auditor is classified under SOC code 13-2011 by the Department of Labor and consistently meets the specialty occupation standard, which requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as accounting, finance, or business administration. Your degree must correspond to the audit discipline the role requires.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for Internal Auditor roles?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no numerical cap, so you can apply at any time of year and start work as soon as your visa is approved. The H-1B is capped at 85,000 per year and requires lottery selection, which means even a qualified candidate with a confirmed offer can wait years. For Internal Auditor roles, the E-3 is a significantly more reliable path.
Can I change employers or switch to a different audit role on an E-3?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp for consular processing if you're outside the U.S. There's no portability rule like AC21 for green card holders. Your current E-3 status doesn't carry over, so plan the transition timeline carefully to avoid gaps in work authorisation.