Senior Auditor

The University Audit Office (UAO) maintains an office in both Ithaca, NY and in New York City at Weill Cornell Medicine. The position and benefits are associated with the Ithaca campus. You will have the option to reside in either Ithaca or NYC and will be expected to work in person, in the office provided, at least two days per week. You will be required to travel to both the Ithaca and NYC office to maintain a physical presence. The amount of time required will be dependent upon business needs.

Note: This position is for applicants that are qualified to work in the United States indefinitely. No Visa sponsorship of any kind is available for this position.

Who we are:

Located in Ithaca, N.Y., Cornell University is a bold, innovative, inclusive, and dynamic teaching and research university where staff, faculty, and students alike are challenged to make an enduring contribution to the betterment of humanity. Cornell University is one of the largest and most diverse institutions in the Ivy League. We are a community of 22,000 students and more than 10,000 faculty and staff members representing more than 80 countries and hundreds of disciplines—global cultures, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

The University Audit Office (UAO), under the direction and leadership of the University Auditor, is the independent internal audit function within Cornell University designed to provide objective, risk-based assurance, advice, and insight to help improve the organization’s operating effectiveness and achievement of objectives. The UAO is led by the University Auditor, who serves as the Chief Audit Executive and reports functionally to the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee of the Board of Trustees, and administratively to the Vice President and Chief Risk Officer (VPCRO). The UAO is part of the Office of the Chief Risk Officer (OCRO), which provides internal audit, compliance, enterprise risk, and privacy services to the university.

Who you are:
As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will play a crucial role in evaluating financial and operational processes. Your responsibilities will include conducting internal audits, assessing compliance with regulations, identifying risks, and recommending process improvements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.

You have experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and well-being, and are passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and well-being.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Plan, perform, and document the results of compliance, internal control and operational audits, recommend improvements.
• Evaluate compliance with regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
• May support investigations for irregularities.
• Identify risks and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Gain a deep understanding of corporate policies, procedures, and the functional business disciplines under review.
• Familiarize and effectively articulate Internal Audit policies and practices.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of risks and controls relevant to the assigned audit areas.
• Execute the audit process, including preparing process flows, conducting risk assessments, and developing audit programs. Identify key areas for testing.
• Identify control weaknesses, root causes, and instances of non-compliance with organizational policies, laws, and regulations, and communicate these issues in a timely manner.
• Recognize opportunities to enhance system and organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Conduct fieldwork and testing in a professional and competent manner.
• Collaborate with various levels of management to track the status of recommendations.
• Prepare regular status reports of audit activity for supervisor review.
• Draft and present findings and recommendations to audit clients.
• Prepare detailed audit documentation and working papers for assigned areas in compliance with department guidelines and internal audit policies.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of audit areas, findings, and sensitive information.
• Maintain a physical presence at both the Ithaca and NYC office with travel dependent on business needs.

While position responsibilities vary, all people leaders at Cornell are expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by being trustworthy; respecting all individuals; being flexible; supporting work/life integration as well as healthy boundaries; inviting new ideas, alternatives, and perspectives; speaking up and taking action if others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and recognizing the contributions of others. 

Other required qualifications include: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with minimum 3 years of experience in internal auditing or public accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possess a strong understanding of auditing concepts, Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, and risk-based auditing.
• Must possess or be currently pursuing a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• Currently possess or willing to obtain (within 1-2 years of start date) Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or other relevant professional designation, such as Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Impeccable integrity, ethics and professionalism with commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Proficient in PC functionality and Microsoft Office/O365 (including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. 

Preferred qualifications for the position include:

• Ability to use data analytic tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA, Tableau) to enhance audit effectiveness.
• Experience in nonprofits, higher education, healthcare and/or research environments and knowledge of associated industry risks, trends and regulations is strongly preferred.
• Prior employment at a “Big 4” or other reputable accounting firm, with exposure to financial and internal control audits, risk management, internal audit, and/or advisory services encouraged.
• Experience working in a hybrid/remote environment.

What we offer:

Great benefits that include educational benefits, access to a plethora of wellness programs, employee discounts, health care, paid vacation, health/personal time, 12 university paid holidays (including end of year winter break through New Year’s Day) and employer retirement contributions.

Cornell is situated in picturesque Ithaca, New York, the heart of the Finger Lakes. Ithaca is home to two academic institutions, state parks, waterfalls, gorges, and a wide range of art galleries, theaters, eateries, wineries, and breweries. Ithaca is an active and diverse community to work and thrive in and has something to suit all ages and interests!

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University Job Title:

Senior Auditor

Job Family:

Fin/Budget/Planning

Level:

G

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Pay Range:

$90,044.00 - $110,054.00

Remote Option Availability:

Hybrid

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Susie Jackson

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2024-11-11