Senior Auditor 1 (Higher Education Church Audit Dept.)

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints • Salt Lake City, UT

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Exciting opportunity to join the Church Auditing Department’s internal audit functions that extend far beyond routine audits. It is a global, mission-driven opportunity to contribute directly to the integrity and effectiveness of the operations, compliance, financial practices, and internal controls of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We are looking for an internal auditor who has developed auditing skills in colleges, universities, or educational systems and who are excited to apply that experience in working for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a Senior Auditor 1, you will play an important role in strengthening operations, providing valuable assurance, and bolstering risk and compliance capabilities. Professionals who are driven to contribute, grow, and make a meaningful difference will find great satisfaction aligning their capabilities with meaningful purpose.

Requirements

• Active CPA and or CIA license (any state)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 2-3 years of internal audit experience within a higher education institution, university system, or a closely related educational organization strongly preferred. Candidates with direct experience conducting operational, compliance, financial, or information technology audits in higher education environmenta are especially encouraged to apply.
• Willingness and ability to travel (approximately three two-week trips annually)
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, project management, writing, and presentation skills
• Energy and initiative to set goals, solve problems, and improve outcomes
• Ability to work hybrid (minimum 3 days in office in Salt Lake City, UT)
• Member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and worthy of a temple recommend

Nice To Haves

• Higher education internal audit, compliance, and risk management experience
• Experience auditing student financial aid programs, research administration, grants, college athletics, or academic operations
• Familiarity with higher education regulatory enviornment

Responsibilities

• Perform audits of academic, administrative, research, student services, financial aid, technology, and auxiliary operations common to higher education institutions.
• Evaluate compliance with applicable higher education regulations, policies, and governance requirements and assist in identifying opportunities to strengthen institutional controls.
• Execute audit procedures with rigor and discipline, ensuring compliance with professional standards
• Perform meaningful risk assessments that surface key vulnerabilities and improvement opportunities
• Contribute actively to audit planning, collaboration, and problem-solving within high-performing teams
• Communicate clearly and proactively with team leaders regarding progress, risks, and action items
• Develop thorough, review-ready documentation that reflects excellence and attention to detail

Benefits

• Generous retirement contributions (up to 12%)
• High-quality health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid parental leave and maternity leave
• Professional development support and certification assistance
• Wellness programs, fitness facilities, and health resources
• Paid time off and numerous employee benefits (e.g., flexible spending accounts, discounted transportation and other employee discounts, disability benefits)

What This Job Offers

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