Internal Auditor at Adtalem Global Education

Company Description

About Adtalem Global Education

Adtalem Global Education is a national leader in post-secondary education and leading provider of professional talent to the healthcare industry. Adtalem educates and empowers students with the knowledge and skills to become leaders in their communities and make a lasting impact on public health, well-being and beyond. Through equitable access to education, environments that nurture student success, and a focus on expanding and diversifying the talent pipeline in healthcare, Adtalem is building a brighter future for communities and the world.

Adtalem is the parent organization of American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and Walden University.

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Job Description

Opportunity at a Glance

This position will perform audits with supervision.  Responsibilities include active participation in all phases of audit projects including planning, testing, and reporting.  This position will assist in identifying and making recommendations to management regarding corrective actions and improvement of processes to ensure efficient and effective compliance and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits related to internal controls over financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and operational processes
• Document management’s processes and test controls through walkthroughs, observation and inquiry.
• Prepare high quality written deliverables, including workpapers and audit reports, that document the scope, procedures performed, findings, and conclusions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Adtalem’s business processes.
• Work closely with the external auditors to align on scope, timing, reliance approach and delivery of working papers.
• Proactively communicate within the Internal Audit department to keep the team abreast of changes (organizational, audit results, upcoming projects, staffing).
• Effectively interact with personnel at all levels, exercise discretion on confidential matters and work independently.
• Exhibit a professional, business-like demeanor
• Understand and comply with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards
• Build positive working relationships with process owners
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Comply with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required
• Certification (CPA, CIA, and/or CISA) Preferred
• 2 years relevant business experience with a focus on internal auditing or regulatory compliance required and audit experience with a higher education institution or public accounting firm preferred
• Strong understanding of:
  • PCAOB & IIA Standards
  • 2013 COSO Framework
• Strong leadership abilities, be a self-starter, have attention to detail and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels
• Facilitate teamwork and cooperation at all levels of the organization

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $49199.33 and $86253.75. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including.

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
• Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
• 12 Paid Holidays
  
  For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation