Senior Internal Auditor

Senior Internal Auditor

Company: Dartmouth College

Job Location:

Category: Business and Financial Services

Type: Full-Time

Posting date
03/18/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Position Number
1128203

Hiring Range Minimum
$83,500

Hiring Range Maximum
$104,400

Union Type
Not a Union Position

SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status
Exempt

Employment Category
Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year
12

Scheduled Hours per Week
40

Schedule
Although the position is remote eligible, the yearly internal audit plan may require between 0 to 6 visits to campus resulting in 1 to 2 weeks of traveling for each of these visits. This is variable every year, in alignment with the approved Internal Audit Plan.

Location of Position
Hanover, NH
(on-site or hybrid)
or
Remote eligible (USA based) with some travel to campus when needed as per yearly internal audit plan.

Remote Work Eligibility?
Remote eligible

Is this a term position?
No

If yes, length of term in months.
NA

Is this a grant funded position?
No

Position Purpose
The purpose of the Senior Internal Auditor position is to assist Internal Controls Services (ICS) in the provision of independent and objective internal audit services within Dartmouth College. The service portfolio includes assurance and consulting engagements designed to add value and improve Dartmouth's operations.
The position participates in a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Financial Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least four years of work experience in auditing or recent public accounting experience.
• Ability to think analytically and grasp complex structures, conceptual skills, solve problems, applying critical thinking.
• Knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditor's (IIA) International Professional Practices. Framework (IPPF) and other relevant professional standards (e.g., US GAAP).
• Solid work ethic, professionalism, and integrity.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently.
• Proficient with computer applications such as Oracle, Banner, Microsoft Office, database applications, and others.
• Ability to maintain an elevated level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• The years of experience requirement may be reduced for individuals with either of the following: (1) Current designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or other internal audit relevant professional certification.
• Knowledge of Information System (IT) audits.
• Proficiency with data analytics software such as Diligent ACL Analytics, IDEA, PowerBI.
• Experience in a higher education setting and/or construction audits preferred.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Faith Goodness

Department Contact Phone Number
603-646-3015

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Hector Rivera, Director of Internal Controls

Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/85011

Description

Internal Audit Plan Execution

• Works with the Director of Internal Controls Services and the Internal Audit Manager on the development of Dartmouth's Internal Audit Plan.
• Independently executes a variety of projects, including but not limited to advisory services, compliance reviews, financial audits, forensic/fraud examinations, and other projects.
• Works with the Internal Audit team, to effectively perform the audit tasks, in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards as follows:
  • a. Planning - Gain an understanding of audited areas and identify internal controls in place to develop and document preliminary risk assessments and effective risk-based audit work programs.
  • b. Fieldwork and Reporting - Perform systematic and disciplined audit testing efficiently and in accordance with planning risk assessment and audit programs. Keep ICS/Internal Audit clients proactively apprised of audit status, and findings. Draft and convey audit observations and recommendations effectively. Assist in obtaining management responses/action plans to address audit observations.
  • c. Follow-up - Conduct periodic follow-up on past audits to assess the implementation of recommendations agreed upon in a manner that mitigates identified issues and risks.
• Manages time to efficiently work on, meet milestones, and complete multiple assignments simultaneously within budgeted time.

Percentage Of Time
70%

Description

Communication

• Effectively presents and communicates audit results to auditees, as well as educates relevant. stakeholders about audit observations/recommendations to remediate issues and mitigate risks.
• Develops positive working relationships with ICS team members and stakeholders across Dartmouth to foster an environment of trust and open communication.

Percentage Of Time
15%

Description

Knowledge , team development, and other general expected accountabilities

• Contributes to the development and implementation of principles, programs, and tools for continuous improvement of Internal Controls Services (ICS).
• Maintains awareness of relevant new regulations, procedures, and standards relevant to internal audit assignments.
• Assists with training and coaching less experienced and/or new team members.
• Willingness and ability to adapt to new circumstances, technology, processes, assignments, information, and challenges.
• Represents Internal Controls Services at other departments' activities (e.g., workshops).

Percentage Of Time
15%

Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
Performs other duties as assigned.

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