Sr Internal Auditor; Leawood, KS

Ascend Learning, a leading healthcare and learning technology company, is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data-driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning. From testing to certification, Ascend Learning products are used by physicians, emergency medical professionals, nurses, allied health professionals, certified personal trainers, financial advisors, skilled trades professionals and insurance brokers.

Headquartered in Burlington, MA, with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S., Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America’s 2025 Greatest Workplaces as well as America’s Best Places to work for Mental Well-Being for 2025.

We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.

As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will conduct operational, financial, technology, and compliance audits to assess risk and identify control gaps. You will collaborate with Internal Audit leadership and business stakeholders to understand key processes and enhance the internal control environment. Your responsibilities will include performing walkthroughs, control testing, process reviews, and reporting to support the growth of the Internal Audit Function.

The company values Internal Audit and offers a broad range of learning and development opportunities. This role offers an opportunity to contribute meaningful recommendations to improve processes, develop leadership reporting skills, and gain valuable experience in a growing technology company.

This position will work hybrid out of our Leawood, KS office.

• Execute walkthroughs, develop process narratives and flowcharts, and perform testing of key controls for design and operating effectiveness, incorporating data analytics and AI tools to strengthen audit results, increase efficiency, and enhance business processes.
• Demonstrate clear and concise writing and verbal skills to communicate complex issues in simple terms to auditees and team members.
• Prepare clear, organized, and complete documentation to support audit work including draft findings.
• Collaborate with management and stakeholders to finalize action plans that address audit findings and enhance processes and controls.
• Work closely with process owners, manage cross-functional deliverables, and provide status updates and related reporting.
• Serve as an individual contributor, ensuring the successful delivery of Internal Audit projects.

• Demonstrated ability to manage unexpected changes in timelines and project scope, while maintaining accountability, and high-quality results.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, accurate work including comfort working with imperfect documentation and processes.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely, and to assess and respond appropriately to various business situations.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of work experience in external audit, internal audit, or a related field, with a focus on risk and compliance consulting, including internal controls over financial reporting.
• Preferred certifications include Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified…