Staff Auditor: Risk & Internal Controls Specialist

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 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.