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Stride, Inc. is hiring a Senior Associate, Internal Auditor. The role involves leading and executing the testing of SOX controls for assigned business areas, assessing their design and operational effectiveness, and coordinating remediation efforts for any deficiencies. The Internal Auditor will manage multiple audit projects, coordinate with external auditors, and prepare reports and presentations for senior management to improve control procedures and operational effectiveness.

Highlights

Lead and execute SOX control testing and evaluate design and operational effectiveness.
Manage multiple audit projects and coordinate with external auditors.
Use of AuditBoard or other SOX/audit management software.
Participate in enhancing SOX compliance processes.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Information Systems required.
Salary range: $57,384.00 - $98,992.80 with potential bonuses.
Experience in public accounting or internal audit preferred.
CPA, CISA, or CIA certification preferred.
Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills desired.
Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Senior Associate, Internal Auditor Full Description

Senior Associate, Internal Auditor (Hybrid)

US - VA - Reston - K12 Headquarters

US - MD - Remote

US - DC - Remote

Full time

Job Description

SUMMARY:
The Internal Audit Senior Associate will be responsible leading and executing testing of SOX controls for assigned business areas, assessing their design and operational effectiveness, and coordinating remediation efforts for any identified deficiencies. The role will involve evaluating complex issues, identifying root causes, and providing actionable insights for continuous improvement across the organization.

The Internal Auditor will also be responsible for enhancement of SOX compliance processes, managing multiple audit projects, coordinating with external auditors, and preparing reports and presentations for senior management. The candidate will contribute to the improvement of control procedures and operational effectiveness, while staying informed of regulatory changes and industry best practices to align audits with current standards. The position requires adaptability and the ability to manage various tasks and responsibilities as assigned by Internal Audit Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Assist in the development of Stride’s audit plan, risk assessment, and scoping to ensure comprehensive coverage of high-risk areas.
Lead and execute testing of SOX controls for assigned business areas, including the evaluation of design and operational effectiveness, and coordinating remediation efforts for any identified deficiencies.
Ensure proper documentation of audit results, evaluations, and conclusions to support transparency and accountability in all audit processes.
Evaluate complex issues and identify root causes, analyzing data and processes to provide actionable insights that drive effective solutions and continuous improvement across the organization.
Identify and assess key financial reporting risks and controls, collaborating with management to ensure controls are properly designed and operating effectively.
Participate in the continuous enhancement of SOX compliance processes and internal audit methodologies to align with best practices and adapt to emerging risks.
Prioritize and manage multiple projects efficiently, ensuring timely execution of tasks such as drafting reports, coordinating with external auditors, and leading SOX walkthrough meetings.
Coordinate with co-sourced team members and manage work across various team functions, ensuring all audit activities are executed with high attention to detail and in line with expectations.
Collaborate with external auditors on reliance deliverables to ensure efficient coordination of audit work and alignment on key audit findings.
Draft and deliver presentations for SOX meetings, effectively communicating audit findings and recommendations to senior management.
Provide recommendations to enhance and improve control procedures and operational effectiveness, contributing to the overall risk management strategy.
Research trends in internal audit and new accounting pronouncements, staying informed of regulatory changes and industry best practices to keep audits aligned with current standards.
Perform other assignments as directed by Internal Audit or management, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to adapt to new tasks and responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems AND
Three (3) years experience in public accounting or internal audit
Ability to clear the required background check

Certificates and Licenses: CPA, CISA or CIA preferred

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and work independently
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings to management and key stakeholders clearly and concisely.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to evaluate complex situations and provide practical solutions.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with AuditBoard or other SOX/audit management software
Experience working in a large public company or with a public accounting firm.
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position will be a hybrid role (combination of remote/office); office location will be Reston, VA. We are seeking applicants from Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia. We anticipate a typical office setting including conversation, light foot traffic, computers, etc.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.

We anticipate the salary range to be $57,384.00 - $98,992.80. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Job Type
Regular

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Original Job Description

Senior Associate, Internal Auditor (Hybrid)

US - VA - Reston - K12 Headquarters

US - MD - Remote

US - DC - Remote

Full time

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Assist in the development of Stride’s audit plan, risk assessment, and scoping to ensure comprehensive coverage of high-risk areas.
Lead and execute testing of SOX controls for assigned business areas, including the evaluation of design and operational effectiveness, and coordinating remediation efforts for any identified deficiencies.
Ensure proper documentation of audit results, evaluations, and conclusions to support transparency and accountability in all audit processes.
Evaluate complex issues and identify root causes, analyzing data and processes to provide actionable insights that drive effective solutions and continuous improvement across the organization.
Identify and assess key financial reporting risks and controls, collaborating with management to ensure controls are properly designed and operating effectively.
Participate in the continuous enhancement of SOX compliance processes and internal audit methodologies to align with best practices and adapt to emerging risks.
Prioritize and manage multiple projects efficiently, ensuring timely execution of tasks such as drafting reports, coordinating with external auditors, and leading SOX walkthrough meetings.
Coordinate with co-sourced team members and manage work across various team functions, ensuring all audit activities are executed with high attention to detail and in line with expectations.
Collaborate with external auditors on reliance deliverables to ensure efficient coordination of audit work and alignment on key audit findings.
Draft and deliver presentations for SOX meetings, effectively communicating audit findings and recommendations to senior management.
Provide recommendations to enhance and improve control procedures and operational effectiveness, contributing to the overall risk management strategy.
Research trends in internal audit and new accounting pronouncements, staying informed of regulatory changes and industry best practices to keep audits aligned with current standards.
Perform other assignments as directed by Internal Audit or management, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to adapt to new tasks and responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems AND
Three (3) years experience in public accounting or internal audit
Ability to clear the required background check

Certificates and Licenses: CPA, CISA or CIA preferred

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and work independently
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings to management and key stakeholders clearly and concisely.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to evaluate complex situations and provide practical solutions.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with AuditBoard or other SOX/audit management software
Experience working in a large public company or with a public accounting firm.
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency

Job Type
Regular

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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