Internal Auditor

About the Opportunity SpectrumCareers is partnering with [a respected education organization / a leading higher education institution] in Washington DC to hire a Senior Internal Auditor. This role sits within the Internal Audit function and reports to the [Director of Internal Audit / Chief Audit Executive]. You’ll lead risk-based audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas, and you’ll advise leadership on controls and process improvement. It’s a strong fit for an auditor who wants mission-driven work, broad exposure across the organization, and a path to audit leadership. Key Responsibilities Plan, execute, and report on risk-based financial, operational, compliance, and IT-related audits under IIA Standards Support the annual risk assessment and audit plan, including identifying emerging risks unique to the education sector Evaluate internal controls over areas such as tuition and revenue, financial aid, grants and sponsored programs, procurement, payroll, and auxiliary operations Assess compliance with federal and state requirements, including Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), Title IV, FERPA, and institutional policies Draft clear, actionable audit reports, and present findings and recommendations to management and the Audit Committee Track management action plans and perform follow-up testing to confirm remediation Lead special projects and investigations, including reviews of fraud allegations and ethics hotline matters Mentor staff auditors and review their workpapers Partner with departments across campus or the organization as a trusted advisor on risk and controls Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 5–7 years of internal audit, external audit, or risk advisory experience CIA or CPA preferred; CISA, CFE, or CGAP a plus Experience in education, nonprofit, government, or other highly regulated environments preferred Working knowledge of COSO, IIA Standards, and federal grant compliance Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate findings to senior leadership Proficiency in Excel. Experience with data analytics or audit management tools ([TeamMate / AuditBoard / ACL / IDEA]) is a plus. Why This Role A stable, mission-driven employer with excellent benefits [tuition remission, retirement match, generous PTO]