Senior Auditor Financial Aid

Overview

The Senior Financial Aid Auditor role is responsible for executing risk-based assurance and consulting services to evaluate and enhance the Company’s system of internal controls primarily relating to student financial aid administration.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement audit plans, programs, and procedures to assess the effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance of financial aid processes.

Conduct thorough audits of financial aid records, transactions, and documentation

• Execute assurance and consulting engagements based upon the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports detailing findings, observations, and recommendations for management and relevant stakeholders.

Communicate audit results, recommendations, and compliance requirements effectively to key stakeholders

• Provide leading practice guidance to internal business partners
• Proactively prepare and execute personal professional development plan and mentor staff auditors
• Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Education / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field requiredAdvanced degree or professional certification preferred
• Minimum of 5 years experience in financial aid auditing or quality assurance, preferably within for-profit higher education or a related industry
• In-depth knowledge of federal financial aid regulationsTitle IV, VA, HEA, FERPA, and other applicable laws and regulations
• Broad knowledge of auditing and control methodologies and techniques

Skills

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and make sound recommendations
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences
• Proficient with word-processing (MS Word) and analysis (MS Excel) software
• Proficient with student information systems and learning management systems (for example Anthology Student, Canvas, Blackboard,
• Competent in organizing, planning and prioritizing workload
• Consistent in maintaining confidentiality and professional decorum
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build positive working relationships

Abilities

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 5 pounds or less 5% of the workday
• Must be able stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 5% or less of the workday
• Able and willing to : Communicate, think, learn, and reasonUse computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasksSafely ambulate and / or maneuver when on-site at Company locationsDemonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
• Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
• Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
• Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders

Work Environment

• Travel up to 5% overnight
• Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment when on site at assigned company location. Employees must be able to safely ambulate when on company premises.
• Remote worksites are available; Employees must meet minimum technical standards for eligibility and participation.

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