Posted: 27-Jan-26
Location: Aliso Viejo, California
Salary: $70,000 to $83,000
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Internal Number: JR-349 Internal Auditor
The Internal Auditor will report to University Counsel to assist in various internal audit and compliance tasks. The Internal Auditor position requires attention to detail and the ability to complete assignments without continuous supervision. Since confidentiality is paramount, the successful candidate will be required to execute a non-disclosure agreement. This position requires excellent attention to detail to review large amounts of data. The successful applicant should have the ability to manage a variety of tasks as well as setting and meeting deadlines.
Candidates should demonstrate responsiveness toward and understanding of diverse student backgrounds. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the university’s mission to develop global citizens. Having the ability and willingness to work collegially is essential, as is an understanding of an interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum.
Essential duties include but are not limited to:
Internal Audit Function (75%)
- Conduct periodic and random auditing of procurement and expenses in organizational areas as well as audits of individual expenses.
- Evaluate submitted financial documents and reconciliation receipts.
- Identify expenditures inconsistent with internal policies and procedures.
- Create detailed reports regarding inconsistent expenditures for submission to University Counsel.
- Identify and assess the efficiency and effectiveness of purchasing procedures and make recommendations for improvement.
- Present periodic compliance reports and findings to University Counsel.
Compliance Management and Risk Assessment (25%)
- Provide risk management support and optimize efficiency by identifying possible noncompliance or sources of waste.
- Emphasis on ensuring compliance with existing policies and procedures to ensure campus-wide fiscal responsibility.
- Oversee compliance with relevant U.S. regulations, host country requirements, and best practices in health, safety, and risk management.
- Monitor and provide recommendations to ensure university policies, procedures, and external regulations are in alignment and agreement with applicable laws and professional standards.
- Collaborate with the Office of General Counsel and Risk Management as necessary to administer affiliation agreements.
- Plan and promote safe programs abroad, including but not limited to discussing safety and health, well-being with students, and the code of conduct.
- Assess insurance coverage, crisis planning, and help mitigate education abroad risks.
- Prepare detailed reports on audit review findings.
- Monitor and provide recommendations to ensure university policies, procedures, and external regulations are in alignment and agreement with applicable laws, professional standards and institutional goals.
- Propose policy changes for approval by attorney/administration.
- Collaborate with accounting and other relevant areas of campus.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Professional certifications preferred
Experience
- Minimum three years in management support and/or budget management experience.
- Flexibility, creativity, and the ability to take on a variety of tasks in a challenging environment are required.
- Demonstrated experience in policy compliance evaluation.
- Prefer familiarity with SUA’s mission and community.
Competencies/Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of internal accounting and management controls, audit processes, and professional standards and regulations.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Demonstrated understanding of Institute of Internal Auditors Internal Audit Standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of compliance and risk management.
- Organization Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Excellent time management skills and careful attention to detail.
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with legal software, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document management systems.
- Workday experience preferred.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail.
- Commitment to confidentiality.
- Maintains the ability to receive and carry out direction with high ethical and professional standards.
- Ability to organize and manage complex audit functions.
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with the other members of the campus community.
Soka University of America offers excellent benefits. Salary range for this position is $70,000 to $83,000 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Employment is contingent upon the completion of a successful background check.
Application review will begin immediately. The position will remain open, and applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
New employees must provide documents, on their first day, verifying identity and legal authorization to work in the United States. The list of acceptable documents can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents.
Application Requirements:
Must submit the following to be considered:
- letter of interest for this position
- resume
- three professional references
Please apply by clicking on this link: https://soka.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/sokacareersite/job/SUA-Main-Campus/Internal-Auditor_JR-349
For inquiries, e-mail: jobs@soka.edu
Soka University of America is an equal opportunity employer.