Senior Internal Auditor, Finance

State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio•Columbus, OH

68d•Onsite

About The Position

STRS Ohio, STRS The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio) is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor, Finance to bring expertise and insight to our internal audit team. The Internal Audit Department plays an important role in supporting management and the STRS Ohio Board of Directors in their efforts to create, implement, and monitor effective risk mitigation measures for the pension fund. The successful candidate will join a team of auditors who operate with a high degree of autonomy while supporting the department's overall responsibilities and initiatives. Our work culture is based on professionalism, mutual respect, educational and professional growth, teamwork, and an emphasis on quality work/life balance. Established in 1920 and serving Ohio’s educators, STRS Ohio is one of the nation’s largest retirement systems, serving over 500,000 active, inactive, and retired public-school teachers, and university faculty members, managing approximately $96.9 billion as of June 30, 2024, in assets and paying more than $7 billion in benefits annually. STRS Ohio provides a competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package including on-site parking, educational assistance, subsidized medical insurance, fully paid dental and life insurance, vacation and sick leave, retirement benefits and on-site fitness center. At STRS Ohio, you can experience rewarding work in a professional, business casual work environment. We welcome, celebrate, and promote respect for everyone. We are continually seeking bright and talented individuals to join our team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or another related field required.
Five or more years of auditing experience required.
Auditing experience must include two or more years of independently conducting audit projects.
Proven ability to set priorities, analyze operations, solve practical problems and make recommendations to management.
Ability to work with and preserve confidential information required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with internal and external contacts required.
Excellent organizational skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail required.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment while meeting deadlines with minimal direct supervision required.
Excellent work record of attendance, punctuality and the ability to maintain a flexible work schedule to meet business needs.

Nice To Haves

CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Audit) or other relevant professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of the comprehensive annual internal audit plan, including an assessment of business and financial risks for all areas of State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio.)
Conduct financial statement, financial transactions, financial reporting audits in accordance with Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing as promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors and other authoritative guidance and note exceptions.
Prepare procedural write‑ups and process documentation.
Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and procedures.
Independently develop the scope, audit approach and testing for each audit.
Independently conduct audit projects in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Prepare, document and summarize audit work performed.
Prepare audit reports and make recommendations to management.
Independently perform, or assist the chief audit executive, Internal Audit in performing, special reviews as requested by the STRS Ohio Retirement Board, the executive director or senior staff.
Interact with all levels of management in both conducting reviews and aiding, as required.