Senior Auditor

Senior Auditor – Northeastern University

Job Summary: Northeastern University's Audit & Advisory Services is seeking a motivated and talented individual to join our team as a Senior Auditor. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team of skilled professionals that work collaboratively throughout the University as a trusted partner. The team consistently delivers value‑adding, high‑quality results in a challenging and fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Provides professional audit work, individually or as a team leader, in conducting reviews of assigned organizational activities in accordance with IIA and department standards.
• Plans and executes audit projects designed to provide assessment of internal control processes and operational performance.
• Prepares detailed plans for performing individual audits including the identification of key risks and controls, determination of audit objectives, and development of an appropriate audit program.
• Uses knowledge of the current environment and industry trends to identify potential issues and risks.
• Under minimal supervision, develops clear, concise, accurate and complete work papers to support findings and recommendations, and writes clear and concise reports for management.
• Assists in developing data analytics procedures for performing and optimizing routine audit tasks.
• Performs or assists in the performance of special projects or studies, including risk assessments, fraud investigations, system pre‑implementation assessments, and acquisition due diligence reviews.
• Works with external auditors, as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Understanding of internal auditing standards, COSO, and risk assessment practices, IT and audit principles and awareness of ISACA or IIA standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Visio.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and/or SAS programming language for data extraction and manipulation is preferred but not required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, effective report writing and presentations.
• Project management skills with demonstrated experience in meeting project timelines and deliverables and the ability to handle multiple project assignments simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Three or more years of experience in public accounting, auditing, compliance, or risk management.
• Knowledge and skills required for this position are normally acquired through a bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or a related field.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University is unable to work sponsor for this role, now or in the future.

Position Type: Legal and Regulatory Administration

Compensation Grade/

Pay Type:

109S

Expected Hiring Range: $66,850.00 - $94,427.50

Additional Information: Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement—as well as commuting & transportation. Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.