Description of Service

The purpose of the department is primarily to conduct internal audits, which help the University operate effectively, comply with laws, and maintain high standards of financial integrity. The department primarily focuses on the main campus, branches, Health Sciences Center (HSC), Academics and Research, and UNM-affiliated organizations. Clinical/hospital operations are typically handled by an external vendor, Clifton Larson Allen, and are not usually part of Internal Audit’s scope.

The types of audits conducted include:

• financial audits
• management/operational audits
• compliance audits
• information technology audits
• management requests for special audits
• fraud audits

How to contact the department or request service

Audits can be initiated in several ways, including risk assessment and approved three-year audit plan, management requests, and complaints reported through the EthicsPoint system. The department can also be contacted through the department phone number (505.277.5016) or email address (iaudit@unm.edu). The department can also be contacted through the Anonymous UNM Hotline (1.888-899.6092/ unm.ethicspoint.com)

What to expect when requesting assistance

Based on Internal Audit procedures, the department prepares detailed reports, which outline findings and recommendations. UNM management provides responses to Internal Audit recommendations. This process ensures accountability and encourages management to take action on any identified problems. Internal Audit presents its internal audit reports and follows up to recommendations to the Audit and Compliance Committee on a quarterly basis.