Senior Auditor 1 (Higher Education Church Audit Dept.)

View More Jobs Senior Auditor 1 (Higher Education Church Audit Dept.) Salt Lake City, UT, United States (Híbrido) Be the First to Apply To meet the needs of the Church, we seek to build teams that represent the diverse perspectives, broad life experiences and backgrounds of our global Church membership. With that in mind, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Job Description Exciting opportunity to join the Church Auditing Department’s internal audit functions that extend far beyond routine audits. It is a global, mission-driven opportunity to contribute directly to the integrity and effectiveness of the operations, compliance, financial practices, and internal controls of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We are looking for an internal auditor who has developed auditing skills in colleges, universities, or educational systems and who are excited to apply that experience in working for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a Senior Auditor 1, you will play an important role in strengthening operations, providing valuable assurance, and bolstering risk and compliance capabilities. Professionals who are driven to contribute, grow, and make a meaningful difference will find great satisfaction aligning their capabilities with meaningful purpose. Our Mission and Standard of Work Vision: We help protect the good name of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Church) and support presiding leaders in carrying out God’s work of salvation and exaltation by providing independent assurance, insight, and recommendations on Church operations, compliance, financial practices, and internal controls. In The Church Auditing Department, Our Long-term Priorities Describe The Kind Of Team We Are Building And The Kind Of Work You Would Help Advance Embody Operational Excellence – We strengthen the way audit work is planned, performed, and improved so our engagements are timely, efficient, high quality, and aligned with the Church’s mission. Team members help improve processes, use technology and data thoughtfully, and build strong internal controls that support better decisions and lasting impact.Become Trusted Advisors – We earn trust by building strong relationships, understanding Church operations, and providing assurance, insight, and practical recommendations to leaders. This work invites auditors to be thoughtful collaborators who communicate clearly and contribute to meaningful improvement.Provide World-Class Staff Development – We invest in people so auditors can grow into skilled, versatile, and forward-looking professionals. Through meaningful assignments, mentoring, feedback, training, and personalized development, team members strengthen technical expertise, communication, leadership, discernment, and the ability to create value across the Church. We perform this work guided by principles of: Integrity, discernment, Christlike communication, innovation, insight and impact. Excellent Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support you as you serve, including: Generous retirement contributions (up to 12%)High-quality health, dental, and vision coveragePaid parental leave and maternity leaveProfessional development support and certification assistanceWellness programs, fitness facilities, and health resourcesPaid time off and numerous employee benefits (e.g., flexible spending accounts, discounted transportation and other employee discounts, disability benefits) A Higher Standard of Work Church employees are engaged in more than professional achievement—they are advancing the work of the Lord. We invite you to apply! Responsibilities We are seeking professionals who will act with purpose, and bring sound judgment, discipline, humility, and accountability as they: Perform audits of academic, administrative, research, student services, financial aid, technology, and auxiliary operations common to higher education institutions.Evaluate compliance with applicable higher education regulations, policies, and governance requirements and assist in identifying opportunities to strengthen institutional controls.Execute audit procedures with rigor and discipline, ensuring compliance with professional standardsPerform meaningful risk assessments that surface key vulnerabilities and improvement opportunitiesContribute actively to audit planning, collaboration, and problem-solving within high-performing teamsCommunicate clearly and proactively with team leaders regarding progress, risks, and action itemsDevelop thorough, review-ready documentation that reflects excellence and attention to detail Engagements vary widely and require you to think critically, collaborate, communicate effectively, and contribute meaningfully. It is very exciting! A Global, Purpose-Driven Experience This role will stretch and strengthen you through: Worldwide ImpactAudit diverse operations across a global Church, including higher education institutions, religious education programs, temples, humanitarian efforts, finance, and moreSee firsthand how your work improves outcomes and safeguards sacred resourcesInternational PerspectiveTravel occasionally, both domestically and internationally, engaging with faithful, dedicated individuals across cultures and regionsContribute in environments where mission, faith, and diverse operations intersectProfessional Growth with PurposeBuild relationships with leaders across a wide variety of operations Develop leadership capabilities and expand your influenceStrengthen both technical expertise and spiritual perspective What Sets This Opportunity Apart This is more than a profession—it is meaningful work with eternal significance. Here, You Will Apply your skills to strengthen the Lord’s kingdomBe part of a unified, collaborative, and high-performing teamGrow in an environment that values learning, accountability, and contributionFind fulfillment in work that aligns your talents with your conviction in the mission of the Church Personal Attributes Expectations We Are Seeking Individuals Who Are Mission-focused – motivated by purpose, contribution, and impactAccountable and disciplined – committed to excellence in every assignment; self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaborativelyAnalytical and insightful – curious and passionate about finding meaningful insights within data; able to identify risks, evaluate controls, and propose meaningful solutionsDiscerning – exhibits sound judgmentEffective communicator – capable of conveying complex ideas with clarity, professionalism, and humilityCollaborative contributors – actively engaged in team success and shared outcomesCommitted learner – committed to continuous learning and improvement Qualifications Active CPA and or CIA license (any state)Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred)2-3 years of internal audit experience within a higher education institution, university system, or a closely related educational organization strongly preferred. Candidates with direct experience conducting operational, compliance, financial, or information technology audits in higher education environmenta are especially encouraged to apply.Willingness and ability to travel (approximately three two-week trips annually)Strong analytical, critical thinking, project management, writing, and presentation skillsEnergy and initiative to set goals, solve problems, and improve outcomesAbility to work hybrid (minimum 3 days in office in Salt Lake City, UT)Member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and worthy of a temple recommend Preferred Experience Higher education internal audit, compliance, and risk management experienceExperience auditing student financial aid programs, research administration, grants, college athletics, or academic operationsFamiliarity with higher education regulatory enviornment About Us Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom. Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities. Job Identification 378348 Job Category FA - Finance & Accounting Posting Date 09/30/2026, 04:09 PM Locations 50 E North Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT, 84150, US (Híbrido) Apply Before 11/01/2026, 05:55 AM Job Schedule Full time Regular or Temporary Regular Worker Type Employee Number of Openings 1 Qualificação de dignidade Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently temple worthy. Anúncio/Mais informações Please note that this job posting may close at any time without prior notice. Find out more about the many benefits of Church Employment at https://careers.churchofjesuschrist.org. Similar Jobs