Audit Senior :: Nashville, TN :: Hybrid

STI

$75K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Advanced coursework or certifications in auditing, risk management, or data analytics is a plus.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in internal audit, leading audit workstreams or smaller engagements end-to-end.
  • Experience in risk assessment, control evaluation, and report drafting aligned with GAGAS standards.
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) strongly preferred; additional certifications like CISA, CFE, CPA, or CrFA are beneficial.
  • Solid understanding of Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book) and IIA IPPF standards.
  • Proficiency in electronic workpaper systems and audit management software.

Responsibilities

  • Lead audit workstreams and ensure timely, high-quality results.
  • Conduct risk assessments and evaluate internal controls.
  • Draft audit reports and align findings with GAGAS standards.
  • Coach junior auditors and contribute to their development.
  • Engage with stakeholders through effective communication of findings.
  • Utilize audit analytics tools for sampling and anomaly detection.
  • Manage multiple priorities while maintaining professional ethics.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Access to advanced auditing tools and software.
  • Supportive team environment focused on coaching and growth.
  • Flexibility in managing work priorities.
  • Engagement with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Full Job Description
Qualifications

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Advanced coursework or certifications in auditing, risk management, or data analytics is a plus.

Professional Experience:
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in internal audit, with demonstrated ability to lead audit
    workstreams or smaller engagements end-to-end, ensuring timely and high-quality
    results.
  • Experience in risk assessment, control evaluation, and report drafting aligned with
    GAGAS standards.
  • Proven ability to coach junior auditors and contribute to team development.

Certifications:
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) strongly preferred.
  • Additional certifications beneficial: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA),
    Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified
    Forensic Accountant (CrFA).

Standards & Methodology Expertise:
  • Solid understanding of Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book) and IIA
    IPPF standards.
  • Familiarity with COSO internal control framework and government compliance
    requirements.

Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in electronic workpaper systems and audit management software such as
    Diligent, including workflow management, version control, and secure documentation.
  • Strong skills in Microsoft 365 tools (SharePoint, Teams)
  • Experience using audit analytics tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA) for sampling, stratification, and
    anomaly detection.

Core Competencies:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting findings and engaging
    stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing requirements while maintaining
    independence and professional ethics.

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