Internal Auditor

Georgetown University; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University seeks an Internal Auditor to plan and execute audits across financial, compliance, and operational risks within a university setting. You will work with the CAE and co-sourced audit partner to complete the audit plan, with exposure to operations, research, academics, and athletics.

The role is hybrid, requiring on-campus presence at least three days per week. You will perform testing, process assessments, and prepare reports, while applying AI tools to streamline auditing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business or related field.
• 0 to 4 years of External Audit, Internal Audit, or related Risk experience
• Experience with risk assessment, problem identification, analytical problem solving, and issue resolution.
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills with the ability to regularly present to groups

Responsibilities

• Assist the CAE and IA Manager in developing and implementing a comprehensive annual audit plan.
• Identify and assess financial, compliance, and operational risks, and evaluate internal controls.
• Understand processes and related controls; capture in process flows/narratives.
• Test transactions and analyze results to identify root causes.
• Develop solutions to improve processes, systems, and controls; agree actions with management.
• Prepare reports summarizing observations and risks, including mitigation activities.
• Monitor progress and communicate status of action items.
• Collaborate with team and stakeholders across university units.
• Utilize AI to optimize audit processes and accelerate report drafting.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Quick learning

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business

Tools

Tableau

PowerBI

Microsoft Office

AI tools

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager (Manager), this client-facing position will be responsible for planning and executing audits to evaluate financial, compliance, and operational risks and related internal controls. This position will work with the Manager, Chief Audit Executive (CAE), and the University’s co-sourced internal audit services firm to ensure successful completion of the audit plan and other internal audit activities. This unique role will provide exposure to a variety of areas in a university setting, including operations, research, academics, and athletics.

Work Interactions and Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid and will work on campus at least three days per week. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation

Requirements And Qualifications

The Internal Auditor will perform primary duties and responsibilities, such as:

• Assist the CAE and IA Manager in developing and implementing a comprehensive annual audit plan, which includes operational and financial audits, internal control reviews, management advisory services, and other projects undertaken by the Internal Audit department.
• Identify and assess financial, compliance, and operational risks, and their reputational components, and evaluate the effectiveness of policies, procedures, systems, and internal controls to mitigate these risks.
• Understand current manual and automated operating processes and related internal controls operating centrally and at the unit level through research, interviews, observation, and testing and be able to effectively capture these in process flows and/or narratives.
• Test transactions (utilizing automated and/or traditional auditing methods) and analyze results to identify the themes and underlying root causes.
• Develop practical and effective solutions to improve processes, systems, and the control environment and agree corrective action with management.
• Prepare written reports that provide perspective and summarize observations that effectively communicate issues, control deficiencies, and additional opportunities to improve and mature processes and controls. These reports will also summarize the agreed-upon risk mitigation activities.
• Perform activities that include interviews, inspection, and testing to determine the implementation status of agreed-upon action items.
• Monitor project status and issues on a timely basis and report progress and issues
• Work in a team independently, and interact appropriately with all levels of personnel, building working relationships, and establishing a network of internal and external contacts.
• Utilize Artificial Intelligence to optimize audit processes, such as rapidly parsing complex higher education regulations, summarizing university policies, and accelerating audit report drafting and to continuously monitor university financial and operational transactions
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the Higher Education industry and proactively monitor and communicate industry trends and risks.
• Perform assigned duties in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards established by the Institute of Internal Auditors and apply and uphold the following principals of ethics and professionalism.
• Demonstrate Integrity: Adherence to moral and ethical principles, including demonstrating honesty and courage to act based on relevant facts regardless of potential adverse personal or organizational consequences.
• Maintain Objectivity: Unbiased mental attitude that allows internal auditors to make professional judgements, fulfill their responsibilities, and achieve the purpose of internal auditing without compromise.
• Demonstrate Competence: Developing and applying the knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide internal audit services through professional development, ongoing improvement plans, and continuing professional education requirements.
• Exercise Professional Due Care: Planning and performing audits with the diligence, judgement, and skepticism possessed by prudent and competent internal auditors.

Education

Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business, or related field

Experience

Preferred: Public accounting experience; Not-for-profit, Higher Education and/or Healthcare industry experience

• Required: 0 to 4 years of External Audit, Internal Audit, or related Risk experience

• Required: Track record of risk assessment, problem identification, analytical problem solving, and issue resolution.
• Required: The ability to learn quickly with strong foundation in understanding and assessing processes and controls
• Required: Excellent written/verbal communication skills with the ability to regularly present to groups

Certification

Preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Availability

Required: Availability and willingness to work as needed outside of usual business hours of Georgetown University.

Travel

Required: Travel between Georgetown campuses, potential for international travel to Georgetown campuses and work locations

Other Desired Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft Office and audit tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI) and Artificial Intelligence. Knowledge of higher education systems, applications, and software including Banner, WorkDay, and GMS.

Pay Range

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$47,586.00 - $87,558.13

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

Benefits

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

EEO Statement

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Need Assistance

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance website for general information about requesting accommodations, as well as information about requesting accommodations specifically for applicants. You also can also contact the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at [phone] or [e-mail].

Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf