Sr. Associate, Internal Audit; Internal Audit Department

Position: Sr. Associate, Internal Audit (Internal Audit Department)
** When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students.*
* We're on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big.

Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We're changing. Because students need a better way.

We're looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students-and for each other.

This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It's where you're empowered to bring your authentic self to work.

Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you-from physical and mental to financial and professional. You'll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more.

We're obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking "why not?" when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills.

Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.

** EXTERNAL WEBSITE POSTING*
* Sr. Associate, Internal Audit (Internal Audit Department)

SMB Shared Services, Inc., 21000 Atlantic Blvd., Sterling, VA 20166

Full time 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

** What you'll do** :

+ Support the internal audit function by conducting audit procedures, assessing risks, and assisting in the development of internal controls.

+ Assist in the planning, execution, and documentation of internal audit procedures for financial, operational, and compliance audits.

+ Identify and assess risks, control weaknesses, and process inefficiencies, and provide recommendations for improvement.

+ Document audit work papers and findings in a clear and concise manner, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

+ Collaborate with team members to develop comprehensive audit programs and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

+ Participate in discussions with auditees to gather information, clarify audit observations, and assist in the development of corrective action plans.

+ Monitor and track the implementation of audit recommendations, ensuring timely resolution of identified issues.

+ Hybrid work permitted up to 3 days per week within a reasonable commuting distance of Sterling, Virginia.

** WHAT YOU HAVE:
** Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field of study and three (3) years of experience as a Staff/Assistant - Senior Associate, Staff Accountant, or related role where required experience was gained. Also requires experience in the following:

+ 3 years of experience in Internal audits or external audits;

+ Internal audit principles, methodologies, and standards such as those provided by the Institute of Internal Auditors' International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF);

+ Relevant regulations, frameworks, and standards such as in U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and related standards (i.e., ASC 606, ASC 842, etc.), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulatory reporting requirements; and

+ Audit software such as Workiva, Audit Board and Team Mate.

** CONTACT:
** Send resume to  and reference job title and location.

** Feeling your best helps you do your best:*
* ** Our benefits take care of the whole you-so you can build your work around your life (not the other way around!).*
* + Competitive base salaries

+ Bonus incentives

+ Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed

+ Support for financial-well-being and retirement 401k with employer match

+ Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more

+ Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance

+ Flexible…