Sr. Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly analytical Internal Auditor with specialized experience in grants management and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring that our organization's internal controls, financial reporting, and grant-funded programs align with both internal policies and external regulatory requirements. This role involves conducting audits, evaluating risks, and working cross-functionally to strengthen our compliance posture.

• Plan, execute, and report on internal audits focused on grant-funded programs, financial controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate compliance with grant agreements, donor requirements, federal/state/local regulations, and internal policies.
• Review grant expenditures, supporting documentation, and ensure allowability, allocability, and reasonableness in line with applicable regulations (e.g., Uniform Guidance, FAR, or donor-specific rules).
• Conduct risk assessments related to grants management, procurement, subrecipient monitoring, and programmatic compliance.
• Collaborate with program managers, finance, and compliance teams to identify and mitigate control weaknesses.
• Track audit findings, ensure follow-up, and validate corrective actions taken by departments.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports with actionable recommendations for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing for and responding to external audits (e.g., donor, regulatory, or statutory audits).
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal audit methodologies and compliance practices.

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 35 years of experience in internal auditing, grants management, or financial compliance.
• Demonstrated experience auditing or managing donor-funded programs, particularly in non-profit, government, or international development sectors.
• Solid knowledge of relevant compliance frameworks (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance, GAAP, IFRS, FAR, CFR).
• Strong analytical, investigative, and documentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in audit tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CGAP, or CFE.
• Experience with nonprofit or governmental organizations managing USAID, UN, World Bank, or similar grants.
• Familiarity with ERP or grants management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, Salesforce NPSP).
• Experience conducting field audits or working with decentralized/global teams.

• Occasional domestic or international travel may be required.
• Hybrid or remote work flexibility (based on organizational policy).
• Must be comfortable working across multiple time zones and cultures.