Internal Audit Associate

Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Audit Engagements & Support:
Participate in planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases by performing assigned testing, preparing workpapers, and supporting audit conclusions under supervision
Assist in the execution of operational audits (academic) to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and process improvement
Support the execution of internal audits by performing routine testing procedures to help verify the institution's adherence to local, state, and federal legal obligations
Internal Audit Risk Management:
Execute internal audit risk assessments through data analysis and risk identification under supervision
Support ERM activities by updating risk registers and documenting management responses
Audit Committee:
Prepare Audit Committee and ERM presentation materials
Compile and analyze issue aging, overdue items, and open observations by entity, risk rating, and responsible party
Maintain professional communication with management and Audit Committee stakeholders as directed
Issue Tracking:
Maintain and update the master Observation Log, including issue metadata, risk ratings, responsible parties, and implementation dates
Track action item status, closure dates, and revised timelines, ensuring accurate and timely updates
Prepare and distribute monthly reminder and past-due notifications, maintaining proper documentation
Refresh and maintain reporting outputs, including pivot tables, charts, statistics, and aging reports, and archive monthly versions
Ensure data integrity, formula accuracy, and consistency across reporting artifacts used for management and Audit Committee decision-making
Administrative Support:
Support the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP), including maintaining documentation, assisting with Quality Assurance Reviews (QARs), and tracking audit performance metrics and Balanced Scorecard reporting
Assist with internal and external communications and marketing initiatives to enhance the visibility and impact of the Internal Audit function
Coordinate internship program activities, including recruiting, onboarding, and monitoring interns supporting Internal Audit work
Track intern assignments and daily activities to ensure alignment with departmental objectives and priorities
Provide general administrative support to the Internal Audit team, including scheduling, meeting coordination, and office operations
Qualifications
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
1-2 years of experience in compliance auditing or internal auditing.
Certifications/Licensures
Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, or CFE preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Assist with audit procedures, testing, and documentation while learning best practices in risk management and governance.
Demonstrate initiative, accountability, sound judgment, and effective time management, applying basic data analysis to support team processes.
Support audits across financial, administrative, and academic areas, helping identify risks and improve processes.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, communicate clearly, and escalate issues as appropriate.
Uses Microsoft Office and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), applies strong analytical and organizational skills, works effectively independently and in teams, maintains confidentiality, and adapts to changing priorities
Travel
Occasional domestic and international travel to Touro University campuses as needed.
Working Conditions
Extensive use of computers
Extensive time sitting and standing
Able to lift up to 5 lbs.
Maximum Salary
USD $80,000.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $64,000.00/Yr.
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Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

Full range of Health Plans
Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
Annual Holiday Schedule