Missouri Higher Education Loan Authority
MOHELA is a nationally-recognized leader in student loan servicing and higher education financing. Established in 1981, our success for more than 40 years is due to the tremendous efforts of our outstanding staff. MOHELA is currently searching for an outstanding individual for the position of Sr. Internal Auditor.
JOB SUMMARY:
MOHELA�s Internal Audit department works to promote an effective control environment through risk-based audits, internal control testing, pre and post implementation reviews, special projects, and risk and control education. Audits and reviews are focused in many areas such as information technology, operational, and regulatory compliance, as well as company governance and financial functions.
With the direction of the Senior Auditor and/or Audit Manager, the responsibilities of the Internal Auditor include: (1) Lead the planning, scoping, and execution of information technology, operational, regulatory, governance, and financial related audits. (2) Ensure all test work performed by the assigned audit team is properly performed and adequately documented in accordance with Internal Audit�s policies and procedures. (3) Understand, track, assess, report and communicate, both orally and in writing, any deficiencies or exceptions noted during testing. (4) Summarize and effectively report testing results both orally and in writing to management. (5) With the support of the Audit Manager or Audit Lead, perform special projects, critical process reviews, and investigations as necessary. (6) Oversee the efforts of staff auditors and assist in the development of their skill sets.
Essential Job Functions:
1. With the direction of the Internal Audit Senior and/or Manager, assist in the execution of information technology, operational, regulatory, governance, and financial related internal audits.
- With the assistance of the Audit Manager, develop, plan, and scope Internal Audit projects.
- Lead execution of fieldwork.
- Ensure audit testing uses appropriate sampling techniques and data analysis including the use of computer aided audit techniques.
- Report any project overruns (actual or potential) on a timely basis to the Audit Manager.
- Conduct interviews with auditees to understand processes and gather information to support audit scope and objectives.
- Inquire of auditees and request supporting documentation for exceptions noted during test work.
- Prepare and review detailed audit work papers to substantiate the fieldwork performed, testing results, and audit conclusions reached.
- Ensure audit findings are properly communicated with management and appropriately tracked through remediation.
- Track the status of Internal Audit issues and perform follow-up testing as needed to ensure complete remediation of an identified issue.
2. Assist in the guidance and development of internal auditors.
- Oversee the efforts of Internal Auditors and provide feedback on their efforts and deliverables
3. Assist in the execution of administrative activities, special projects, and investigations as needed.
4. Other
- With the support of the Audit Manager, participate in Corporate and Department initiatives.
- Foster a positive working environment to encourage innovation and professional growth
- Fulfill administrative responsibilities as defined and in support of Audit Manager
- Carry out duties in compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidelines.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures, including Internal Audit policies and procedures.
- Remain current in profession and industry trends.
- Make a positive contribution by making suggestions for improvement and prioritizing continuous personal growth.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 5-7 Years of auditing or relevant work experience
- 1-2 years of supervisory experience
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- Knowledge of and experience with executing audit tests using computer aided audit techniques leveraging:
- R/SQL/SAS/Python/Excel (VBA)/Other statistical programming languages.
- Tableau/Other data visualization programs.
- Advanced Excel features and techniques
- Sound interpersonal and organizational skills
- Experience planning and executing projects from start to finish.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Ability and willingness to travel out of town on a periodic, as needed, basis (approximately 30% of the time)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Professional Certification (i.e., CISA, CPA, CIA, CFE, etc.)
- Experience working in Internal Audit, Risk Management and/or a Sarbanes-Oxley or regulatory compliance function
- Experience in a Public Accounting environment
- Financial services and/or student loan experience
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