Senior Internal Auditor

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Internal Auditor assesses the adequacy of internal controls, efficiency of operating processes, accuracy of transactions and other operating activities, and compliance with goals, policies, procedures, laws, and regulations through comprehensive audits of Treasury operations. The role assists with Treasury’s risk-based annual audit plan and leads audits from planning through fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up. It also coordinates the annual review and updating of policies, internal control plans, and business continuity plans; advises Treasury departments and divisions; completes special projects; and serves as backup liaison to external auditors, third-party entities, and state agencies. Travel may be required.

The position requires advanced knowledge of government and internal auditing standards, strong analytical, communication, project-management, and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and lead audits with professional judgment. The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a professional designation, along with substantial audit experience. A Certified Internal Auditor designation is preferred but not required.

The role is hybrid. New hires complete an in-office orientation period involving virtual, in-person, and on-the-job training. A gradual transition to hybrid work occurs over the first 3–8 weeks. The ongoing schedule includes two office days each week, one of which must be Monday or Friday, plus one mandatory in-person department meeting day per month.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration with a certificate in accountancy, or a related field, and a professional designation.
• 5–7 years of audit experience in government, a large public accounting or audit firm, or a major corporation.
• Advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Comprehensive auditing skills covering a broad range of financial, compliance, and operational areas.
• Experience leading audits, conducting research, interpreting laws and regulations, analyzing data, developing audit findings and recommendations, and writing reports.
• Experience conducting risk assessments.
• Experience using audit management and analytic software.
• Familiarity with COSO, complex organizational structures, and information technology.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office software suite.
• Ability to work independently and lead audits with a high degree of autonomy and professional judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely articulate complex issues to all levels of Treasury personnel.
• Strong interpersonal, critical-thinking, organizational, and project-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple engagements and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to analyze complex processes and assess the efficiency and effectiveness of processes and related controls.
• Commitment to Treasury’s policies, core values, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds and sit for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation.
• Government audit experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing Treasury’s risk-based annual audit plan.
• Lead and execute internal audits assessing internal controls, risk management processes, and compliance with applicable regulations, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.
• Coordinate and maintain Treasury’s annual process for reviewing and updating policies, internal control plans, and business continuity plans.
• Act as a business consultant for Treasury departments and divisions.
• Complete special projects requested by Treasury’s executive management or Director of Internal Audit.
• Serve as backup to the Director as liaison to external auditors, third-party entities, and state agencies.
• Travel as required.
• Complete other tasks or projects as requested.

What This Job Offers

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