Senior Auditor: Risk, Analytics & Controls

Metra; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Metra is seeking a Senior Auditor in Chicago to lead and perform financial, operational, and compliance audits within the Internal Audit Department. You will evaluate controls, analyze data, and communicate findings with actionable recommendations.

The role requires at least five years of audit experience, working knowledge of GAAP, COSO, IT controls, and strong written and verbal communication skills. You will mentor staff auditors and help improve audit processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five years of audits or related experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP, GASB, COSO and professional audit standards.
• Experience with internal, financial, operational, or compliance audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform audits to assess alignment with policies, contracts, laws and best practices.
• Plan procedures, assess key controls, analyze data, and document results.
• Communicate findings with recommendations to management and support remediation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

COSO framework

IT controls

Data analytics

Microsoft 365

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or Public Administration, Computer Information Systems, or related fields

Tools

Audit software

Visio

Data visualization

Excel

Job description

Metra is seeking a Senior Auditor in Chicago to lead and perform financial, operational, and compliance audits within the Internal Audit Department. You will evaluate controls, analyze data, and communicate findings with actionable recommendations.

The role requires at least five years of audit experience, working knowledge of GAAP, COSO, IT controls, and strong written and verbal communication skills. You will mentor staff auditors and help improve audit processes.