Senior Auditor

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale! Salary Range $68,000.00 - $120,500.00 Job Requisition ID 132696WD Overview Provide professional, independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve University units’ operations. The position assists units accomplish their mission and objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. Required Skills and Abilities Knowledge of accounting and audit principles and auditing techniques. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Researches and understands the policies, rules, regulations, laws and statutes pertaining to their work assignments. Keeps abreast of breaking developments in accounting, auditing, and the higher education sector and apply this knowledge in all their engagements with university clients. Demonstrates an ability to quickly collaborate and work effectively on concurrent work assignments and tasks with a diverse group of clients and team members to deliver the highest quality communications, work products, and client service. Preferred Skills and Abilities Displays good judgment and decision‑making skills. Demonstrates solid communication and listening skills and an ability to identify gaps in logic and handle complex communication challenges individually. Demonstrates an ability to identify sensitive issues and proactively facilitate effective communication at various levels in the organization to avoid surprises. Ensures adequate focus on professional growth relevant to taking on more challenging assignments and tasks beyond assigned audit engagements and standard work assignments. Acts as an ambassador of the department and university, consistently demonstrating a positive, can‑do attitude. Preferred Education and Experience Bachelor's degree and a minimum four years of professional experience, with some internal/external audit or consulting experience and/or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates an understanding of internal controls, business operations, accounting and accounting principles, and risk management/governance processes. Certification (or progress toward) as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Familiarity with large or complex business organizations. Knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, IIA’s International Professional Practices Framework). Principal Responsibilities Works as part of a team to deliver audit, assurance, and investigative services in compliance with established IIA standards and departmental policies. Monitors client’s progress on corrective actions and validates that corrective actions taken mitigate risks identified in engagement. Supports University Audit and Advisory department operations through assisting with planning and monitoring of budget to actual hours for assigned projects. Discusses improvements to internal control systems with University managers. Maintains quality and proficient services by advancing personal knowledge, skills and other competencies through continuing professional development and attendance at formal training conferences and seminars. Contributes to the student internship program by providing work direction, training, and technical assistance to current interns. Participates in providing thought leadership to demonstrate and share internal control expertise across the university, within the department, and with peers. May conduct other special projects as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree and a minimum four years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Posting Disclaimer & EEO Statement The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department. University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran. Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA). Other Information Yale University is a tobacco‑free campus. #J-18808-Ljbffr