Parish/School Audit Contractor

924 Our Lady of Perpetual Help School; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established organization is seeking a highly organized contractor to conduct Parish and School Audits. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 7-9 years of auditing experience. The contractor will plan and conduct audits, prepare comprehensive reports, and communicate findings effectively. Flexibility to manage multiple priorities and the ability to work independently are essential. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the mission of the Diocese while maintaining high professional standards.

Qualifications

• 7-9 years of professional auditing experience required.
• Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits.
• Prepare detailed audit work papers and draft reports.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Detail-Oriented

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to Maintain Confidentiality

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

HighBond

Job description

The Diocese of Raleigh is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and dedicated contractor to conduct Parish and School Audits. This is a contract position with compensation determined on a per-audit basis.

Key responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct financial, operational, and compliance parish/school audit fieldwork including introductory and exit conferences with pastors/pastoral administrators.
• Test revenue and expense cycles of operational and business processes and perform interviews of clergy, staff, and volunteers.
• Assist the audit manager with planning and conducting financial, operation, and compliance diocesan audit fieldwork.
• Prepare detailed audit work papers and draft audit reports for presentation to and discussion of findings with audit manager and auditee.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 7-9 years of professional auditing experience is required.
• Professional demeanor which reflects the values and mission of the Diocese of Raleigh.
• Ability to work remotely and independently in an effective and efficient manner.
• Flexibility to manage multiple priorities and off-site audits.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive, clear, and concise reports and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to apply audit concepts and techniques and critical thinking.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to maintain objectivity, confidentiality, and impartiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships across all levels within the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, in particular MS Excel and Word.
• Ability to travel throughout the Diocese to conduct audits (15-25%).
• Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checks.
• Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, or Certified Fraud Examiner designation is a plus.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are a plus.
• Proficiency with audit management software, such as HighBond, is a plus.

Travel Required

Yes .

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