Sr. Auditor

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

The American Heart Association (AHA) has an excellent opportunity for a Sr. Auditor located at our National Center office in Dallas, TX. This position will work in a hybrid setting (in office 2-3 days a week) at our National Center office. The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

• Identify and evaluate potential risks associated with business processes, systems, and operations. Conduct risk assessments to identify high-risk areas and develop audit approaches aligned with enterprise priorities. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business objectives and assess risk mitigation strategies.
• Lead and execute internal audit projects to evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls to ensure compliance with policies and regulations, in accordance with professional standards and organizational policies. Conduct interviews, gather evidence, analyze data, and assess control gaps. Identify root causes and develop actionable, risk-based recommendations. Prepare detailed audit work papers and reports documenting findings and recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance control environments and operational efficiencies. Provide advisory insights and consultative support to management to strengthen governance, risk management, and operational effectiveness. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop and implement best practices and internal control enhancements. Monitor the progress of action plans, perform follow‑up procedures to validate remediation, and provide guidance to ensure timely and effective implementation.
• Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and action plans to senior management and stakeholders. Provide clear and concise reports that highlight risks, control deficiencies, root causes, and opportunities for improvement. Present audit results in a persuasive and influential manner to drive action.
• Collaborate with the internal audit team and management to develop and maintain an annual audit plan that aligns with the organization’s strategic objectives and risk priorities.
• Evaluate technology risks and controls, including IT general controls, data governance, and technology‑enabled processes (e.g., cloud platforms, SaaS applications), as part of audit activities where applicable.
• Maintain independence, objectivity, and adherence to internal audit standards, organizational policies, and ethical requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. CPA, CIA, or other relevant certifications are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in auditing, preferably within a rapidly growing industry, not‑for‑profit, or public accounting firm.
• In‑depth knowledge of internal auditing standards, techniques, and best practices.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to identify patterns, detect anomalies, and assess the effectiveness of controls.
• Strong understanding of risk management, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in using audit tools and technologies, as well as data analytics.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven track record of delivering high‑quality audit reports and recommendations.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. CPA,…