Sr Internal Auditor
About The Position
Ascend Learning, a leading healthcare and learning technology company, is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data-driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning. Ascend Learning products are used by a wide range of professionals, including physicians, emergency medical professionals, nurses, allied health professionals, certified personal trainers, financial advisors, skilled trades professionals, and insurance brokers. Headquartered in Burlington, MA, with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers across the U.S., Ascend Learning has been recognized for its great workplaces and commitment to mental well-being. The company is seeking talented, passionate professionals to join their mission to help change lives.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to manage unexpected changes in timelines and project scope, while maintaining accountability, and high-quality results.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, accurate work including comfort working with imperfect documentation and processes.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely, and to assess and respond appropriately to various business situations.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
- 3+ years of work experience in external audit, internal audit, or a related field, with a focus on risk and compliance consulting, including internal controls over financial reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and openness to using AI tools is required.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred certifications include Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or other relevant professional designations.
- Experience with other Internal Audit analytical tools is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct operational, financial, technology, and compliance audits to assess risk and identify control gaps.
- Collaborate with Internal Audit leadership and business stakeholders to understand key processes and enhance the internal control environment.
- Perform walkthroughs, control testing, and process reviews.
- Report on audit findings to support the growth of the Internal Audit Function.
- Contribute meaningful recommendations to improve processes.
- Develop leadership reporting skills.
- Gain valuable experience in a growing technology company.
- Execute walkthroughs, develop process narratives and flowcharts, and perform testing of key controls for design and operating effectiveness.
- Incorporate data analytics and AI tools to strengthen audit results, increase efficiency, and enhance business processes.
- Demonstrate clear and concise writing and verbal skills to communicate complex issues in simple terms to auditees and team members.
- Prepare clear, organized, and complete documentation to support audit work including draft findings.
- Collaborate with management and stakeholders to finalize action plans that address audit findings and enhance processes and controls.
- Work closely with process owners, manage cross-functional deliverables, and provide status updates and related reporting.
- Serve as an individual contributor, ensuring the successful delivery of Internal Audit projects.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company paid life Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and parental leave
- Employee assistance program
- Other wellness programs such as Headspace and Airvet
- Charitable matching program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
