Internal Auditor

Illinois Housing Development • Chicago, IL

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Internal Audit Manager, the Internal Auditor Performs professional internal auditing work. Conducts performance, financial, compliance audit projects, and provides consulting services to the organization’s management and staff. Maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards. Works under supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Two years of full-time experience in auditing required. Experience in internal audit is preferred
• Knowledge of and skill in applying internal auditing and accounting principles and practices, and management principles and preferred business practices.
• Knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by The Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Knowledge of industry program policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions.
• Skill in using a computer with word processing, spreadsheet, and other business software to prepare reports, memos, summaries, and analyses.
• Skills in effective verbal and written communications, including active listening skills and skills in presenting findings and recommendations.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, agency staff, and external contacts, and to work effectively in a professional team environment.
• Must be a resident of Illinois or willing to relocate.

Nice To Haves

• A graduate degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field, or certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is optional but may substitute for one year of required experience.
• Familiarity with MS Visio and a willingness to learn more.
• Familiarity with using AI to enhance and provide efficiency in the execution of audits.

Responsibilities

• Performs audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures.
• Conducts interviews, reviews documents, develops and administers surveys, composes summary memos, and prepares working papers.
• Identifies, develops, and documents audit issues and recommendations concerning areas being reviewed with supervision.
• Assists in communicating the results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to management.
• Develops and maintains productive client and staff relationships through individual contacts and group meetings.
• Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with co-workers.
• Performs related work as assigned by audit management.
• Additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid time off, plus paid holidays
• Currently in a hybrid work arrangement, but candidates must reside in Illinois at time of hire.
• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance plans
• Short/long term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flex spending
• 401K plan – immediate vesting
• IHDA employees may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level