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Compliance & Audit Associate (FT)
$66k-81k (estimate)
Full Time | Ancillary Healthcare
11 Months Ago
Howard Hughes Medical Institute is Hiring a Compliance & Audit Associate (FT) Near Chevy Chase, MD
HHMI is focused on supporting and moving science forward in a variety of different ways ranging from conducting basic biomedical research, empowering educators, inspiring students, developing the next generation of scientists – even stretching into film and media production. Our Headquarters is in the greater Washington, DC metro area and is home to over 300 employees with expertise in investments, communications, digital production, biomedical sciences, and everything in between. The work housed here supports and augments the groundbreaking research conducted in HHMI labs across the nation. As HHMI scientists continue to push boundaries in laboratories and classrooms, you can be sure that your contributions while working here are making a difference.
Summary:
The Risk & Compliance Department at HHMI oversees internal audit, risk and compliance management. The team provides an interface between all areas of the internal organization including Finance, Operations, Business Solutions, People and Culture, Communication, Science, Science Education, Investments, and the Janelia Operations and Administration regarding sound operating and fiscal practices to actively manage risk.
You will work alongside the Compliance and Audit Analyst, Outsourced Internal Auditors, and the Risk and Compliance Director. You will support HHMI’s mission and team by gathering and analyzing data from a variety of sources, running data in the risk software systems, planning and carrying out aspects of internal financial or system audits, and engaging with members of the HHMI community.
What we provide:
- An experienced people manager who believes in her team’s capability and works diligently to champion a collaborative and curious team culture.
- We are constantly reviewing how we can optimize our processes so that we remain effective and efficient. In this position, you will have the opportunity to learn and use the latest platforms and software.
- A team that believes in continuous learning and cultivates an environment where all members of the team help each other.
- A competitive compensation package that includes up to $10,000 in educational reimbursement each year and a significant budget for professional development.
What you’ll do:
- Engage in financial transaction, operations monitoring, and review by using data analytics to identify, obtain, analyze, and evaluate relevant information to support audit conclusions and results.
- Assist management in initiating and maintaining annual top-down risk assessments through the risk management software.
- Evaluate deficiencies, propose remediation action plans, and track remediation action plans to completion.
- Prepare and conduct audits of internal controls for operating business units by checking for compliance with HHMI policies and procedures and where applicable external laws and regulations.
- Conduct the audit and sampling of employee expense reimbursement program.
- Facilitate work of Outsourced Internal Auditors by extracting data for the approved programs.
- Develop formal written reports to communicate audit results to management.
- Perform variance/trend analysis to include Revenue, Cash, and other Financial Statistics to identify risk.
- Maintain inventory of key internal control system processes and configurations centrally across Finance.
- Track and route problems and requests and document resolutions, Inform management of recurring problems
- Write procedure manuals, guides, and FAQ documents.
What you bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration or related; or a combination of education and related experience
- Minimum of one year of professional experience in auditing, data analytics, or finance operations
- Ability to synthesize trends and patterns from data and effectively communicate those results to various business partners
- Ability to instill trust by maintaining high levels of confidentiality
- Excellent interpersonal, relationship building, and team collaboration skills
- Proficient with electronic databases and/or audit-related software
- Related experience and training in troubleshooting and problem solving
- Working knowledge of GAAP and accounting procedures
- General use of ERPs is beneficial (Workday experience is a plus)
- Knowledge and experience in writing and running reports using data analytical tools (i.e., Tableau, Cognos, or Power BI) is beneficial
Physical Requirements:
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Please Note:
This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.
HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Ancillary Healthcare
SALARY
$66k-81k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/08/2023
EXPIRATION DATE
05/01/2024
WEBSITE
hhmi.org
HEADQUARTERS
BALTIMORE, MD
SIZE
1,000 - 3,000
FOUNDED
1902
REVENUE
<$5M
INDUSTRY
Ancillary Healthcare
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About Howard Hughes Medical Institute
For 60 years, HHMI has been moving science forward. Were an independent, ever-evolving philanthropy that supports basic biomedical scientists and science educators with the potential for transformative impact. We invest in people, not projects. We encourage collaborative and results-driven working styles and offer an adaptable environment where employees can function at their highest level. As HHMI scientists continue to push boundaries in laboratories and classrooms, you can be sure that your contributions while working at HHMI are making a difference. To move science forward, we need experts ...
in areas such as communications, finance, human resources, information technology, investments, and law as well as scientists. Visit our website at http://www.hhmi.org
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