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Senior Internal Auditor / Accountant
 Merakey | |
vision insurance, tuition reimbursement
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 United States, Pennsylvania, Lafayette Hill | |
 Feb 22, 2025 | |
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Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join our team at our team.
Earn $85,000 annually Remote (Open to Candidates Residing in PA, DE, FL, LA, MD, NJ, OH, TX, VA) Position Details: * Reports directly to the Internal Audit Supervisor (if position is filled) or Internal Audit Manager (if supervisor position is not filled) or Director of Internal Audit if the manager position is not filled on all issues related to the performance of internal audits * Reports administratively to the Internal Audit Manager (if position is filled) or Director of Internal Audit if the manager position is not filled on individual/personnel matters Skills/Attributes Required * Process improvement focused with the goal of adding value to processes, departments, Operations, and the organization * Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team * Skilled user of all Microsoft office applications, with an emphasis on excel * Ability to manipulate data in excel via the use of pivot tables, formulas, and formatting * Ability to distill large volumes of data into easily understandable visual representations such as tables and graphs * Ethical, honest, has integrity, and is a person of character * Keen attention to detail * Advanced critical thinking and analytical skills * Good interpersonal skills and listening skills * Communicates well verbally and in writing * Has a valid Motor Vehicle License * Ability to travel for audits and site visits and stay overnight multiple nights at a time * Willingness to travel via car, distances up to (5) hours for rotating Site Visits, Program Audits and Client Funds Audits * 10% local travel (Approximately 25 days a year) * Up to 10% overnight travel (Up to 25 days a year) * Can take direction and feedback * Ability to develop and maintain relationships * Intermediate Microsoft Office skills * Self-motivated with ability to set, work towards, and meet multiple competing deadlines * Ability to execute multiple audits, projects, and investigations simultaneously * Collaborates well with internal and external stakeholders during all phases of the audit process * In depth understanding of controls to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and to combat fraud and waste * Inquisitive, likes asking questions, and wants to know how processes work * Ability to interface effectively with employees and management across all levels of the organization Responsibilities * Effectively performs internal audit testing and fieldwork at the direction of supervisor, manager, or director with minimal direct supervision and errors * Effectively performs client funds testing and fieldwork at the direction of supervisor, manager, or director with minimal direct supervision * Monitor the recurring completion of Resident Account Specialist's self-audit tools by tracking submissions, reviewing submissions, and following up on any findings or discrepancies when identified * Monitor Client Asset Limit reports on a recurring basis and work with program leadership as needed to address clients that are nearing or above their respective asset limits * Consult with the Resident Account Specialist team to update old trainings and create new trainings for program staff regarding the program level management of Client Funds as needed * Continues to increase knowledge and understanding of the organization, departments, processes, and applicable regulations * Documents process narratives effectively (when applicable) * Identifies potential exceptions and findings through audit testing and discussions with personnel * Performs follow-up on recommendations from prior department audit reports and maintains the Internal Audit Recommendation Follow Up Matrix * Participates in special projects as needed * Participates in and/or conducts investigations as needed * Draft findings for audit reports without significant revisions needed * Drafts initial recommendations to address audit findings * Collaborates with stakeholders to finalize recommendations and obtain management responses and target dates for recommendation implementation * Performs relevant research when necessary to increase knowledge and stay current regarding changes in regulations pertinent to operations * Accepts constructive criticism and feedback regarding opportunities for improvement * Takes appropriate and timely corrective action regarding performance of responsibilities as necessary Benefits Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more! * DailyPay * Work/Life Balance * Flexible Schedules * Cell Phone Discount Plans * Employee Referral Bonuses * Tuition Reimbursement * Care.com Membership About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply! Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills: * 3-5 years of internal audit, public accounting, or comparable industry experience * (4) year degree from an accredited institution * Pursuit of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license recommended * Pursuit of Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification recommended * Pursuit of Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification recommended Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled | |