Senior Auditor

Company: Northeastern University
Location: Boston
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

Northeastern University's Audit & Advisory Services is seeking a motivated and talented individual to join our team as a Senior Auditor. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team of skilled professionals that work collaboratively throughout the University as a trusted partner. The team consistently delivers high-quality results in a challenging and fast-paced environment.Working in a strong and established team and reporting to the Assistant Director, the Senior Auditor will participate in all phases of assigned audits, from planning to reporting. The Senior Auditor is responsible for assessing, evaluating and making recommendations to management regarding the effectiveness of its risk management, governance, and the system of internal controls inherent in the processes and activities of the University. In this capacity, the Senior Auditor is familiar with the mission of the University, and generates value added recommendations that enhance the University's overall operations.The ideal candidate will skillfully conduct and successfully execute a range of challenging audit work including executing audits from the annual audit plan, advisory projects, leading audit client engagements and assisting in developing data analytics procedures (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, etc.). You will have the opportunity to help facilitate positive change by examining business processes and recommending areas for improvement within the University. Your experience will not be limited to auditing business processes. Our cross-functional approach enables collaboration between IT, Financial, and Operational audit teams. There will be significant exposure to senior management throughout the organization.Regrettably, the university is unable to work sponsor for this role, now or in the future.As a trusted partner and integral team member, the Senior Auditor:

• Maintains the highest level of professional and ethical standards as expressed in Audit & Advisory Services' Audit Charter and the IIA's International Professional Practice Framework (IPPF).
• Builds effective relationships with all levels of stakeholders across our campuses.
• Provides value-added professional audit work, individually or as a collaborative team member, in conducting reviews of assigned organizational activities in accordance with the IIA and department standards.
• Plans and executes audit projects designed to provide assessment of internal control processes and operational performance.
• Prepares detailed plans for performing individual audits including the identification of key risks and controls, determination of audit objectives, and development of an appropriate audit program. Uses knowledge of the current environment and industry trends to identify potential issues and risks.
• Under minimal supervision, develops clear, concise, accurate and complete audit work papers to support findings and recommendations, and writing clear and concise reports for management.
• Identifies potential audit areas, assists with assessing the degree of inherent risk, and estimating the time and skills required to complete audit projects. Contributes to the development of the audit plan based upon risk assessment, management's goals and objectives, and the requirements of the Audit & Risk Committee.
• Performs or assists in the performance of special projects or studies, including risk assessments, fraud investigations, audit department policy updates, and due diligence acquisition reviews.Key ResponsibilitiesAudit Operations
  • Conduct audits to provide an assessment of processes, systems, operations and strategies. Such audits will assess adherence with internal controls and will determine if adequate policies and procedures exist to support operations.
  • Conduct audits by assessing risks, identifying audit objectives and scope, developing audit programs, performing interviews, performing test work, developing clear and concise audit work papers timely to support findings and recommendations.
  • Facilitate the communication of audit results through clear and precise written reports and oral presentation to management.
  • Audit work includes integrated audits, which evaluates the relationship between financial, information technology and operational controls in establishing the internal control environment. Areas may include Automated Workflows, Third Party Vendor Management, Data Security and Disaster Recovery.
  • Audit work performed must adhere to the Institute of Internal Audit's (IIA) Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.Advisory and Special Projects:
    • Under the supervision of audit management, perform consulting engagements and investigations as assigned.
    • Contribute to University wide initiatives as necessary.
    • Assist in developing data analytics procedures using Microsoft Excel, PowerBI and other tools (e.g. Tableau) for automating and performing routine operational and financial audit tasks.Professional Development - Lifelong Learning:
      • Seek ways to develop self professionally through attendance at seminars, in-house training sessions, professional exams/certification, and self-study.
      • Attend training and carry forward information gathered into executing the audit plan.Minimum QualificationsCandidate for this position should possess:
        • Minimum of two years' experience in public accounting, internal auditing, or compliance.
        • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related discipline. Master's degree is a plus.
        • Certification as CIA, CRMA, CPA, CFE preferred or working towards.
        • Experience with Institute of Internal Auditor Standards and Guidance, and awareness of ISACA.
        • Experience with data analytics and tools such as Tableau, Cognos, or Power BI.
        • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Visio.
        • Demonstrated ability to develop audit approach for unfamiliar areas and/or areas not previously audited.
        • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
        • Project management skills with demonstrated experience in meeting project timelines and deliverables and the ability to handle multiple project assignments simultaneously.
        • Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and understanding of ethical responsibilities.
        • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with ability to lead, interact with, influence, resolve conflicts and drive decisions/accountability among individuals from a variety of cultures and disciplines.Position Type: Legal and Regulatory AdministrationAbout the Opportunity:Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
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