Job description

Amherst is seeking a self-motivated, independent, intellectually curious internal auditing professional to join the ARAS (Audit Risk and Advisory Services) team as a Senior Auditor. In this highly visible and dynamic position, you will be reporting to an Audit Senior Manager or possibly the Head of Internal Audit.

You will be designing and executing first year, risk-based internal audits in accordance with the annual audit plan, as well as leading and participating in other special audit projects and consulting activities. Your strong knowledge of internal controls, enterprise risks and business processes will have a direct impact on both the strengthening of internal controls and in risk management within Amherst.

Responsibilities:

• Develop planning memos, risk and control matrices and design audit programs for each audit.
• Perform planning, fieldwork and reporting on executed audit projects.
• Conduct testing and refine the design of the audit programs.
• Execute Internal Audit projects as components of the Internal Audit Plan, special management requests, advisory work, process improvement consulting and various follow-up activities.
• Drive closure of open identified observations from internal audit reports.
• Assist with Internal Audit reporting for the Audit Committee and executive management.
• Assist in development and execution of an annual risk assessment and internal audit plan.
• Assist/drive refinement of the Internal Audit Methodology, including development of supporting policies, procedures, reporting templates and other infrastructure related items.

Education, Work Experience & Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelors or Master’s in Finance or Accounting or related field.
• CPA, CISA or CIA license preferred (or working towards a certification).
• 2 + years in an Internal Audit Department within Technology, Financial Services, Private Equity or Real Estate Investment firms (preferred but not required) or Public Accounting.
• Exposure to Information Technology General Controls (ITGC) or auditing of an IT environment (preferred).
• Familiarity with the International Institute of Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), i.e., the guiding standards from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) for professional practice of internal auditing.
• Superior analytical skills with the ability to perform data analysis, identify outliers and communicate results.
• Proven track record for driving/identifying process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Strong initiative with excellent organization skills and project management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to focus on both an enterprise wide and detailed process levels.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and comfortable presenting to all levels of individuals or groups of stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgement.
• Strong Microsoft Suite skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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