Staff Auditor - Internal Audit & Controls Analyst

Villanova; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 84,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven org

Top-ranked university

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work options

Tuition assistance

Gym membership

Job summary

Villanova University is seeking a Staff Auditor to join the Internal Audit team in Villanova, PA. You will participate in all phases of audits—planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up—with a focus on strengthening controls and adding value.

Strong interpersonal skills and analytical ability are essential. The role is full-time with a 12-month average work schedule and is open to internal/external applicants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration; or a Bachelor’s degree and CPA or CIA designation required.
• 1-2 years of internal auditing experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Internal Audit in complex financial, operational, and compliance audits.
• Prepare audit programs outlining planned approaches for audits.
• Conduct fieldwork and document work papers to support findings and recommendations.
• Perform follow-up reviews on management action plans.
• Ensure timely and effective completion of engagements.
• Build and maintain relationships and deliver service-oriented audit work.
• Stay updated on university policies and procedures and industry standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

CPA or CIA designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Villanova University is seeking a Staff Auditor to join the Internal Audit team in Villanova, PA. You will participate in all phases of audits—planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up—with a focus on strengthening controls and adding value.

Strong interpersonal skills and analytical ability are essential. The role is full-time with a 12-month average work schedule and is open to internal/external applicants.