Staff Auditor

Case Western Reserve University; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 56,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Winter recess

Job summary

Case Western Reserve University is seeking a Staff Auditor to support its internal audit program under the Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management. The role conducts risk-based audits of financial, operational, compliance, internal control, construction, and information systems, delivering objective analysis and recommendations to management.

Key duties include developing audit plans, executing work plans, evaluating controls, coordinating with co-sourced partners, and reporting findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required.
• 2+ years of auditing experience; higher education preferred.
• CPA or advanced degree strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Audit Program Execution: develop and implement audit plans based on risk assessments, coordinate with partners, evaluate internal controls, and ensure compliance with policies and laws.
• Reporting: assist in preparing and delivering audit results, including recommendations for improvements to management and VPERM.
• Recommendations and Policy Development: propose changes to policies to improve efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Nonessential Functions: act as a consultant on internal control questions, assist in fraud investigations with external partners, and stay informed on university policies and accounting developments.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Communication

Analytical thinking

Integrity

Attention to detail

Team player

Deadline management

Policy guidance

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's in finance or accounting

CPA or advanced degree

Job description

Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary range available for this position at the time of its posting. The salary range is between $56,395 and $71,340, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data.

Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Staff Auditor supports the internal audit functions at Case Western Reserve University, working under the direction of the Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management (VPERM). This role is responsible for executing various components of the risk-based internal audit program, including audits of financial, operational, compliance, internal control, construction, and information systems, as well as participating in fraud investigations. The Staff Auditor provides objective analysis, assessments, and recommendations, offering timely insights to supports the objectives of the university internal audit program by providing the VPERM and other management with objective and timely analysis, assessments, recommendations, advice, information, and assurance.

Essential Functions

Audit Program Execution (70%)

• Perform research to assist in the preparation of audit plans based on a university-wide risk assessment and identify activities and provide audit coverage recommendations to the VPERM for review and approval.
• Participate in the administration of a formal university-wide risk assessment, coordinating with co-sourced internal audit partners.
• Implement audit work plans to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the University’s system of internal controls.
• In coordination with the vice president, help establish priorities and schedules for audit engagements based on risk assessments.
• Audit compliance with policies, plans, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Evaluate the means used to safeguard assets from loss and detect fraud, waste, and abuse of resources.
• Utilize current work methods, tools, and technology to perform audits in accordance with professional standards. Assist in tracking and appraising the implementation of audit recommendations and assess the adequacy of the actions taken.
• Perform special audits, projects, or reviews as directed by the VPERM.

Reporting (10%)

• Assist in the preparation and distribution of reports on the results of audits, including recommendations for improvements.
• Prepare and deliver regular reports to the VPERM and management.
• Prepare and deliver ad-hoc reports to management and other committees as required.

Recommendations and Policy Development (10%)

• Recommend changes in policies or procedures to enhance the efficiency of operations or to improve safeguards over University assets.
• Propose steps to reengineer processes to improve fiscal policy and strengthen internal controls.

Nonessential Functions

• Serve as a consultant to other departments on questions pertaining to internal control or procedures. (2%)
• Assist in fraud investigations and coordinate with law enforcement, attorneys, and private investigators as needed. (2%)
• Assist in monitoring and investigating reports submitted to the anonymous integrity hotline. (2%)
• Stay informed about University policies, current developments in accounting and auditing professions, and changes in applicable laws. (2%)
• Coordinate activities with the University’s external auditors. (1%)
• Establish effective communication with internal and external entities, including consultants. (1%)

Perform other duties as assigned.

CONTACTS

• Department: Regular contact with the Vice President for direction and collaboration.
• University: Regular contact with research 50%, schools and deans 50%.
• External: Little to no contact with other auditors and agencies.
• Students: Little to no contact with students.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

No direct supervision of staff employees.

Qualifications

Experience: 2 or more years of experience directly related to auditing functions. Prefer experience in higher education and/or national public accounting.

Education/Licensing: Bachelor¿s degree in finance or accounting required. CPA or advanced degree (e.g. MBA, MAFM) strongly preferred.

Required Skills

• Prefer knowledge of compliance, federal regulations, and policy management.
• Communications skills with ability to verbalize information clearly and concisely.
• Critical thinking skills with ability to analyze data, read financial statements and interpret numbers.
• High integrity, ethical and moral standing.
• Highly organized and superior attention to details.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a team.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to demonstrate successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
• Ability to meet consistent attendance.
• Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office environment

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicants will be made on a case-by‑case basis.