Senior Auditor of Internal Audit and Compliance

SUMMARY

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Detroit exists to build a more equitable and compassionate world through meaningful personal relationships, providing whatever is needed to help our neighbors get back on their feet and on a path towards self-sustainability. Our programs provide support ranging from utilities, housing, and food assistance to education and mentorship. We also operate a network of thrift stores, two camps and a nutritional center. We are passionate about driving systemic change and helping our neighbors in Metro-Detroit break out of poverty.

The Senior Auditor of Internal Audit and Compliance is responsible for accounting and governance of business processes by implementing and monitoring effective financial controls. The Senior Auditor of Internal Audit and Compliance optimizes efficiency by identifying possible non-compliance or sources of waste and is directly responsible for identifying and assessing areas of business risk. This position reports to the Director of Internal Audit and Compliance. To be successful in this role, the individual must have experience in financial and risk management of multiple business units with revenues in excess of $10 million preferably in a nonprofit environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Audit

• Conduct detailed audit procedures to verify financial information and assess internal controls.

• Monitor system of internal controls, including separation of duties and review processes, to prevent, detect and correct incidents of fraud and material misstatements.

• Conduct ad hoc investigations into identified and reported variances to standards.

• Prioritize solutions and make concrete proposals for process improvements and monitor progress.

• Assist external auditors in support of their audit.

• Ensure complete, accurate and timely audit information is reported to the CEO and Audit Committee.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in internal auditing, financial accounting, or financial management; CIA, CPA, or CFE preferred

• 5 years minimum experience in public accounting with direct auditing experience

• 5 years minimum nonprofit experience in accounting and internal audit.

• Strong understanding of, and extensive professional experience, with:

• Accounting/GAAP principles, particularly for nonprofit organizations

• Tax requirements for nonprofit organizations

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Financial statement preparation and reporting

• Cash flow management

• Account reconciliations and accounts payable

• Banking services

• Internal Controls

• In depth experience working with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel

• Strong IT skills are a must with extensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Raiser’s Edge software and retail POS systems experience a plus

KNOWLEDGE and ABILITIES

• Must be self-motivated, results oriented, and able to set priorities and work on numerous projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail.

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication (both verbal and written), analytical and negotiating skills.

• Strong ability to lead SVdPD to the best outcomes for the entire organization by building consensus among all levels, including internal staff, board of directors and board-level committees, Districts and Conferences.

• Communicate clearly and concisely with senior SVdPD management, vendors and employees.

• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding sensitive information

• Models the highest level of ethics and integrity

• Familiarity with the Archdiocese of Detroit Catholic faith community a plus.

Salary commensurate with experience.

For any questions, please contact Mary Lynn Donovan at: mlfdonovan@svdpdetroit.org