Internal Auditor

About the role

The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) seeks an Internal Auditor to join our team. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where a variety of perspectives and experiences drive our work in financing affordable housing.

Responsibilities

• Performs audit procedures, identifies and defines issues, and develops criteria for review.
• Reviews and analyzes evidence, documents client processes and procedures, conducts interviews, reviews documents, develops and administers surveys, and prepares working papers.
• Identifies and documents audit issues and recommendations, communicates audit and consulting project results via written reports and oral presentations to management.
• Affirms and maintains productive client and staff relationships through individual contacts and group meetings.
• Pursues professional development opportunities and shares information gained with co-workers.
• Performs related work as assigned by audit management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Two years of full-time experience in auditing required. Experience in internal audit is preferred.
• A graduate degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field, or certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is optional but may substitute for one year of required experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in applying internal auditing and accounting principles and practices, and management principles and preferred business practices.
• Knowledge of industry program policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Ability to collect and analyze complex data, evaluate information and systems, and draw logical conclusions.
• Proficiency in using a computer with word processing, spreadsheet, and other business software to prepare reports, memos, summaries, and analyses.
• Familiarity with MS Visio and a willingness to learn more.
• Familiarity with using AI to enhance and provide efficiency in the execution of audits.
• Effective verbal and written communications, including active listening skills and skills in presenting findings and recommendations.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, agency staff, and external contacts, and to work effectively in a professional team environment.

Qualifications

• Alternating between sitting, standing, and walking.
• Ascending and descending stairs.
• Crouching and stooping.
• Pushing and pulling.
• Reaching overhead or below.
• Repetitive task movements (filing, keyboarding, copying).
• Lifting, carrying, and moving objects of up to 10 -15 pounds.

Benefits

• Paid time off, plus paid holidays.
• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance plans.
• Short/long term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flex spending.
• 401K plan – immediate vesting.

Schedule

Currently in a hybrid work arrangement, but candidates must reside in Illinois at time of hire.

Pay

$60,088.93 - $75,111.16

Equal Opportunity Employer

IHDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.