Senior Auditor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Illinois is seeking an Internal Auditor to conduct audits of procedures, records, and financial activities in alignment with auditing standards and Salvation Army policies.

You will lead or participate in full audit cycles, review controls and assets, and report findings to local command leadership. A BS in Accounting/Finance and CIA certification or eligibility, plus 3 years of audit experience, are required.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Accounting/Finance from an accredited college; CIA certification required or eligible.
• Three years of internal or external audit experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint (Office 365).
• Ability to communicate in English with supervisors, staff and customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform full internal audit cycle, including risk management metrics and control management over operational effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with directives.
• Complete internal audits and coordinate with team members to schedule audits.
• Review and verify financial statements, assets, liabilities, and bank reconciliations.
• Report audit findings to local command finance staff and assist in closing meetings.

Skills

Internal audit

Financial analysis

Microsoft Office

Audit software

English communication

Education

BS degree in Accounting/Finance

CIA certification or eligible

Tools

Audit software

Job description

At The Salvation Army we honor the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We are dedicated to fair pay practices, ensuring equal compensation for equal work, regardless of gender, race, or other factors. Be part of something meaningful. Whether you're supporting those in need, assisting with disaster relief, or working in areas like finance or fundraising, each role offers a chance to make a lasting impact. If you're looking to align your career with your values, explore opportunities at The Salvation Army and help us create a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

Central Territory Headquarters IL

Compensation Range: $64,934 to $81,168/annually, based on experience.

Job Objective

Within the Institute of Internal Auditors Code of Ethics, responsible for conducting audits of procedures, records, and various documents thoroughly, independently and precisely to ensure compliance with Salvation Army policies, regulations, procedures and internal controls and ensure the safe guarding of organizational assets.

Essential Functions

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Internal Audits

• Perform and control the full internal audit cycle, including risk management metrics and control management over operational effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations
• Provide input to assist in determining the internal audit scope incorporating TSA Minutes
• Complete internal audits and work with other team members to complete and schedule an audit.
• Assist in completing the Audit of the Territorial Headquarters Finance Department
• Perform full-scope internal audit reviews of financial activity: verification of assets and liabilities bank reconciliations, review of financial statements, bank reconciliations, inventories, fixed assets, disaster services, and contracts
• Review petty cash, backup for other cash assets, review receivables and payable journals, review of other liabilities and fund balance
• Review facilities when needed to note concerns that could negatively impact the financial condition of a unit
• Verify income and expenses by general audit procedures, including review of receipting material and expense vouchers and journal entries
• Verify personnel records such as I-9 documentation, payroll records and employee personnel files and time records.
• Schedule closing meetings and present audit findings to local Command Leadership
• Perform analytics to identify high-risk audit areas and units
• Assist in review of Corps, Area Command, and institution audit reports
• Report to local command finance staff any deviations from standard and official Salvation Army policies/procedures where corrective action or resolution has not been indicated
• Exercise full and unrestricted access to all Salvation Army activities, records, property, contracts, and personnel necessary to fulfill the scope of audit responsibilities as established in the audit program and plan
• Observe strict confidentiality in all personal or private matters concerning officers and employees, except where duty requires communication to be escalated

Training & Development

• Pursue professional development and association memberships to keep current with current developments in internal audit, risk management and fraud investigation standards, procedures, and techniques
• Contribute to developing and updating the department's audit manual to facilitate training of internal audit staff.
• Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding internal audit rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards
• Contribute to the development of training materials to enable Internal Audit staff, both at THQ and Commands, in conducting audits, audit software and other audit-related issues
• Contribute to the development of Command training materials on audit software

External Audits

Review external independent audit reports and refer to A/DIA matters of escalation.

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education & Certification

BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or related area from an accredited college or university. Current CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) certification or willingness/eligibility to obtain CIA certification required

CFE and/or CPA a plus

Experience

Three years of internal or external audit experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point (Office 365 suite)

Ability to become proficient in the use of audit software

Ability to speak and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, beneficiaries and customers and to perform the requirements of this job.

Supervisory Responsibility

May function as an in charge auditor for an assigned audit. Direct, assign and check work of auditors on the audit.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the duties of this job.

Physical requirements include: Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity. Lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds; requires bending, squatting and walking May stand for extended periods

Travel

Travel as needed to support and promote the programs of the department. Incumbent will travel up to 40% of the time.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a typical office environment. Full-time position; may require some weekend and evening work and travel

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please call 847-294-2166.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disabled.