Internal Auditor - Part Time

Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research is a leading, nonprofit research and educational institution that has defined the cutting edge of biomedical science, creating a legacy of research excellence and academic eminence since 1982.​ Wholly independent in its governance, finances and research programs, Whitehead shares a teaching affiliation with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), offering the intellectual, collegial and scientific benefits of a leading research university.​ Whitehead’s Faculty Members and Fellows run pioneering programs in cancer research, immunology, developmental biology, stem cell research, regenerative medicine, genetics and genomics—programs with a record of success.​

Whitehead Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Internal Auditor reports to the Whitehead Institute Board of Directors Audit Committee, with operational reporting to the Vice President. The Auditor functions as an independent and objective resource for monitoring internal controls, risk management, compliance and governance of the financial reporting process, system of risk management and internal control, accounting practices, audit process, business and operational continuity plans, and process for compliance with laws and regulations within Whitehead Institute. This is a 20 hr/week (0.5 FTE) position with benefits.

 

·      Develops a biennial risk assessment and flexible annual audit plan to analyze and appraise internal controls and compliance with external regulations;

 

·      Develops audit test programs and completes audit tests to carry out the risk assessment and audit plan;

 

·      Understands and documents key business processes and internal controls and assesses/tests the design and effectiveness of these controls, including meeting with management and auditees and other selected personnel;

 

·      Provides an objective opinion on the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls and notes opportunities for process improvements;

 

·      Works collaboratively with management to provide advisory services in such areas as risk management, process design, and training;

 

·      Provides information and recommendations to management and works to obtain agreement on any required action plans to address audit issues;

 

·      Makes presentations and prepares written reports to management and the Audit Committee;

 

·      Tracks remediation efforts and provides reports on progress;

 

·      Participates in internal investigations as required; and

 

·      Performs other duties as requested.

 

 

 

·      Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting;

 

·      CIA or CPA certification is required;

 

·      4 -7 years of internal or external auditing experience, preferably with a not for profit organization, is required;

 

·      Thorough knowledge of internal auditing standards and techniques is required;

 

·      Strong ability to analyze and interpret information is required;

 

·      Ability to work well under pressure; excellent time management and organization skills are required;

 

·      Personal computer skills, including the use of word processing and spreadsheet applications are required;

 

·      Demonstrated project management skills are necessary;

 

·      Effective interpersonal, oral and written communications and presentation skills are necessary.