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University Audit serves as the university’s internal auditor, providing internal audits and reviews, management consulting and advisory services, investigations of fraud, waste, or abuse, follow-up of audit recommendations, evaluation of the processes of risk management and governance, and coordination with external auditors.

University Audit reports administratively to the Office of the President and functionally to the Audit and Compliance Committee of the Board of Trustees.

This reporting structure promotes independence and full consideration of audit recommendations and management action plans.

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Our mission

“As a trusted advisor, we help the UCF community achieve their purpose by doing the right things in the right way at the right time.”

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Our vision

“Transform ideas into effective action and efficient results”

About us

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Robert J. Taft, CIA, CCSA, CRMA, CIG, SFC

Chief Audit Executive

Robert.Taft@ucf.edu

As UCF’s Chief Audit Executive since January 2014, Robert provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all internal audit operations at the university. His responsibilities encompass managing internal audit activities using both internal and co-sourced audit resources, coordinating external audits, and supporting the university’s strategic initiatives and desire for process excellence. With over 32 years of experience, Robert has previously served as Chief Audit Executive for two publicly traded NYSE companies in the insurance industry.

Robert holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government and International Relations from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Science in Accounting from the State University of New York at Albany. He is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), a Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), and holds a Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA) and a Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) from the Institute of Internal Auditors.

In addition to his professional achievements, Robert has actively contributed to the internal audit profession through leadership roles, including serving as President of the Albany, New York Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and currently serving as a board member of the Orlando Chapter of the IIA.

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Tina M. Maier, CPA, CFE, CIG

Associate Director, Investigations

Tina.Maier@ucf.edu

Tina leads University Audit’s investigation function and, under the direction of the CAE, oversees the university’s Antifraud Framework and fraud risk management. She provides essential leadership on the Fraud Risk Assessment Committee, working closely with chair to drive its initiatives. With more than 40 years of experience in audits, investigations, and strengthening internal controls and processes, Tina brings deep expertise and a proven record of advancing assurance and accountability. A dedicated mentor, Tina advised the first Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) student chapter at UCF and launched University Audit’s student internship program in fraud investigation. She continues to support the profession through leadership and service, currently as Secretary/board member of the Central Florida Chapter of the ACFE, and previously as Treasurer and board member of the Association of College and University Auditors (ACUA). Tina holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Graduate Certificate in Public Administration, both from UCF. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Certified Inspector General (CIG). Before joining University Audit in 1990, she worked with the Florida Auditor General.

Vallery B. Morton, CPA

Associate Director, Audit

Vallery.Morton@ucf.edu

Vallery Morton is the Associate Director, UCF Audit and Advisory Services with over 40 years of experience in accounting and tax preparation, external auditing, and internal auditing. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics and Business Administration from Saint Mary’s College of California before camping across the United States from the Pacific to the Atlantic. Vallery began her career at a CPA firm in Richmond, Virginia before moving to a Fortune 500 company as an internal auditor and became a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Virginia. In 1993 she joined the University of Central Florida as a Senior Auditor. She obtained an MS in Taxation in 2000 and became a CPA in Florida in 2001. Over her tenure at UCF, she has served in the roles of Senior Auditor, Audit Manager, and Assistant Director, Audit before being promoted to her current role. Outside of work, Vallery is a creative artist in painting, writing, embroidery, and crochet.

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Vicky Sharp, CPA, CIA

Auditor III

Vicky.Sharp@ucf.edu

Vicky Sharp performs operational and compliance audits and provides advisory services to departments. She has a Master of Science in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Central Florida. She is a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Internal Auditor. Prior to joining University Audit in June 2003, Vicky was a senior auditor with a public accounting firm.

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Mary Dailey, CFE

Audit Investigator II

Mary.Dailey@ucf.edu

Mary Dailey investigates allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, and other related wrongdoings while identifying opportunities to enhance internal controls and improve organizational processes. She is a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and a Certified Inspector General Investigator (CIGI). She has a Graduate Certificate in Public Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a Minor in Mathematics from the University of Central Florida. Mary started with University Audit in August 2019.

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Chase Jicha, CFE

Investigations Manager

Chase.Jicha@ucf.edu

Chase is responsible for supervising and conducting investigations of allegations of wrongdoing and identifying recommendations for corrective action and process improvements. He has over 8 years of experience in performing both criminal and internal investigations. Chase has a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a Minor in Psychology from UCF. He is also a Certified Fraud Examiner. Prior to joining University Audit, Chase worked 3 years for BB&T Now Truist as a Corporate Investigator and over 5 years with the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office as a sworn law enforcement officer specializing in the investigation of economic crimes. Chase started with University Audit in May 2020.

Tanya Denysiuk

Auditor II

tetiana.denysiuk@ucf.edu

Tanya performs operational and compliance audits and provides advisory services to departments. She has a Master’s degree in International Business from National Aviation University in Ukraine.

Prior to joining University Audit, Tanya led the internal control function in an energy sector company DTEK; worked 4 years for Coca-Cola as internal control and compliance expert for Ukraine, Moldova and Armenia; has 5 years of experience in banking – held a position of Senior Compliance Project Manager on OFAC project and internal control specialist of Compliance department. Tanya started with University Audit in August 2024.

Mónica Vega Morales

Auditor II

monica.vegamorales@ucf.edu

Mónica performs operational and compliance audits and provides advisory services to departments. She has a Master of Business Administration with Finance Concentration from the Inter American University in Puerto Rico and a Bachelor of Business Administration with Accounting Concentration from the University of Puerto Rico. She is a Certified Fraud Examiner. Mónica has over 25 years of experience working in the federal government and private industry as an auditor and as a financial analyst, respectively. Mónica started with University Audit in May 2025.

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Alexandria Rockaway

Administrative Coordinator I

Alexandria.Rockaway@ucf.edu

Alex assists the Audit department with administrative duties. She has a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Vanderbilt University. Alex started with University Audit in February 2022.

Tanya Mahan

Data Analyst II

Tanya.Mahan@ucf.edu

Tanya joined the University Audit team in September 2025 as a Data Analyst II, where she supports audit and advisory efforts through data analytics, visualization, and risk-based insights. She works collaboratively with audit teams and university stakeholders to identify trends, highlight anomalies, and recommend process improvements grounded in data.

Before coming to UCF, Tanya built her analytical expertise through roles in both higher education and law enforcement sectors. She is skilled in data mining, data modeling, analytics, and dashboard design, using Tableau and Power BI to bring data to life through engaging visualizations. Tanya is passionate about transforming complex information into actionable insights that support informed decision-making.

Tanya holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from Florida State University, and a Master of Arts in Applied Sociology and a Crime Analysis Graduate Certificate from the University of Central Florida.