Experienced Auditor

Job Description

Opportunity at a Glance

This position will perform audits with supervision.  Responsibilities include active participation in all phases of audit projects including planning, testing, and reporting.  This position will assist in identifying and making recommendations to management regarding corrective actions and improvement of processes to ensure efficient and effective compliance and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits related to internal controls over financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and operational processes
• Document management’s processes and test controls through walkthroughs, observation and inquiry.
• Prepare high quality written deliverables, including workpapers and audit reports, that document the scope, procedures performed, findings, and conclusions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Adtalem’s business processes.
• Work closely with the external auditors to align on scope, timing, reliance approach and delivery of working papers.
• Proactively communicate within the Internal Audit department to keep the team abreast of changes (organizational, audit results, upcoming projects, staffing).
• Effectively interact with personnel at all levels, exercise discretion on confidential matters and work independently.
• Exhibit a professional, business-like demeanor
• Understand and comply with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards
• Build positive working relationships with process owners
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Comply with all policies and standards

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required
• Certification (CPA, CIA, and/or CISA) Preferred
• 2 years relevant business experience with a focus on internal auditing or regulatory compliance required and audit experience with a higher education institution or public accounting firm preferred
• Strong understanding of:
  • PCAOB & IIA Standards
  • 2013 COSO Framework
• Strong leadership abilities, be a self-starter, have attention to detail and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels
• Facilitate teamwork and cooperation at all levels of the organization