Staff/Senior Internal Auditor

Welltower™ Inc. (NYSE:WELL); Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Annual Bonus

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employer-matching 401(k)

Profit Sharing Program

Student Debt Program

Tuition Assistance

Healthcare Benefits

Job summary

Welltower Inc. is seeking a Staff/Senior Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit team. The role focuses on leading engagements to validate SOX control testing and executing corporate audits across Welltower's business units and locations.

You will design, plan, and execute audit projects, identify deficiencies, and propose corrective actions while collaborating with management and external auditors to strengthen controls and processes.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in public accounting, internal audit, or related accounting role.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Professional certification (CPA, CMA, CIA) preferred or pursued.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audits and assist in validating SOX controls and management testing.
• Develop and execute analytical procedures for financial and operational data.
• Supervise staff, review workpapers, and provide coaching and feedback.

Skills

Internal Auditing

Public Accounting

CPA

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Audit software

Job description

WELLTOWER – REIMAGINE REAL ESTATE WITH US

At Welltower, we’re transforming how the world thinks about senior living and wellness-focused real estate. As a global leader in residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure, we create vibrant, purpose-driven communities where housing, healthcare, and hospitality converge. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and endlessly ambitious—guided by our mantra: The only easy day was yesterday.

About The Role

A key member of the internal audit team, the Staff/Senior Internal Auditor will report to the Internal Audit AVP and lead individual engagements to assist the audit department in validating management testing associated with the internal control requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley and lead the execution of corporate audits. The Senior Internal Auditor will participate in ensures the design, planning and execution of various audit projects. Objectives of the audits will be to assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and provide meaningful feedback on appropriate corrective actions where deficiencies are noted. The position internal audit practices are carried out according to the annual audit plan for all Welltower business units, locations and functional areas including the corporate headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial and operational audits in accordance with professional internal auditing standards, including developing audit programs and evaluating internal controls.
• Develop and execute analytical review procedures for financial and operational data, interpreting results and identifying potential risks or control deficiencies.
• Supervise and review the work of audit staff, including audit procedures and workpapers, while providing constructive feedback, coaching, and professional development.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to management both orally and in writing, clearly identifying deficiencies and appropriate corrective actions.
• Partner with management to develop and implement corrective actions and controls for identified deficiencies, new systems, and evolving business processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements across the Internal Audit department and business functions, while collaborating with external auditors to support year-end audit procedures.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TRAVEL

Travel up to 10-20% of the time is expected. Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Minimum Requirements

Experience: A minimum of two years of professional experience in public accounting, internal audit or accounting role.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Professional certification (CPA, CMA, CIA) preferred or strong desire to pursue.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and verification of employment, education, and other credentials relevant to the position.

What We Offer

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Bonus
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Program – purchase shares at a 15% discount
• Employer-matching 401(k) Program + Profit Sharing Program
• Student Debt Program – we’ll contribute up to $10,000 towards your student loans!
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive and progressive Medical/Dental/Vision options
• Professional Growth
• And much more! https://welltower.com/newsroom/careers/

About Welltower

Welltower® Inc. (NYSE: WELL) an S&P 500 company, is the world's preeminent residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure company. Our portfolio of 1,500+ Seniors and Wellness Housing communities is positioned at the intersection of housing, healthcare, and hospitality, creating vibrant communities for mature renters and older adults in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. We also seek to support physicians in our Outpatient Medical buildings with the critical infrastructure needed to deliver quality care.

Our real estate portfolio is unmatched, located in highly attractive micro-markets with stunning built environments. Yet, we are an unusual real estate organization as we view ourselves as a product company in a real estate wrapper driven by relationships and unconventional culture.

Through our disciplined approach to capital allocation powered by our data science platform and superior operating results driven by the Welltower Business System, we aspire to deliver long-term compounding of per share growth and returns for our existing investors – our North Star.

Welltower is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet