Senior Auditor Financial Aid

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.

• 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

Education / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required
  • Advanced 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 regulations
  • Title 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, etc.)
• 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 reason
  • Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
  • Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locations
  • Demonstrate 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

• Pay Range $75,000-95,000/yr (depending on experience)
• 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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