Reporting directly to the Vice President of General Council the Internal Auditor performs financial, compliance, operational, and investigative audits to determine effectiveness of internal controls, evaluate compliance of institutional policies and procedures and adherence to applicable federal and state laws and regulations, and to evaluate the work efficiency in departments throughout the College. This position is responsible for all aspects of the audit process including the planning, organization, oversight of the control and direction of procedural guidelines and internal auditing programs, reporting to senior level management, and follow up as well as providing recommendations for improving accountability, performance and efficiency of operations. This position has the authority to report directly to the Vice President of Finance and Administration, the President, and the Audit and Compliance Committee of the Board of Trustees.

Responsibilities include:

• Plan, execute, analyze and evaluate audits in accordance with established plans and perform audits based on risk analysis.
• Perform special audits as requested by management.
• Conduct investigations of suspected fraudulent activities by College employees and present findings to appropriate management. Investigate Whistleblower reports, Information Incidents, and Data Breaches.
• Work with and acts as liaison with external auditors.
• Serve as audit coordinator between the College and federal, state, and local government auditors and contract auditors. Responsible for the preparation of various federal, state, and local audit, financial, and operational filings.
• Perform systems analyses for various work processes and recommend changes for improving efficiency.
• Design internal control systems and work processes.
• Communicate with other administrators, personnel, and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts, and exchange information.
• Develop policies and procedures to encourage effective and efficient internal controls.
• Monitor the impact of any government and legislation changes on the College. Present and propose any procedures to ensure compliance.
• Serve on various College committees as requested, including 403(B) Oversight Committee, Search Committees, and others as needed.
• Analyze, review and monitor budgetary and financial data. Control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.

Bachelor's degree required in the field of Accounting, Auditing or a related field with 3-5 years of work-related experience.

Master's degree preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance with Title IV funding and retirement plans.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of internal auditing and internal control principles and concepts.
• Ability to identify solutions and generate recommendations that improve accountability, performance and efficiencies.
• Ability to work with external and internal constituents. This position works with the following constituents but not limited to: Board Members, President's Leadership Team, Administrators, Faculty, Staff and external parties.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, organization skills and attention to detail.
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and Word).

This position occasionally works evening, holiday, or weekends during peak audit times.

This position has been designed as forward facing and as such, the incumbent will be required to be immunized against COVID-19 on or before their first day of employment. Proof of vaccination status, or an attestation to the same effect, will be required. Individuals may seek ADA accommodations or a religious exemption, upon request with HR, but must do so prior to their arrival.

Springfield College is committed to enhancing diversity and equity in education and employment. To that end, the College welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences, who will contribute to a culture of inclusion and respect. For more information about Springfield College's position on diversity and inclusion, please visit our Office of Inclusion and Community Engagement.