Staff Auditor

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary :

The Catholic Diocese of Raleigh, North Carolina, a growing, vibrant Diocese, seeks highly motivated candidates for the position of Staff Auditor. In support of the mission and goals of the Bishop to serve the faithful of the Diocese of Raleigh, the staff auditor's role is to assist the audit manager by supporting the internal audit function and with reviewing the internal controls environment of the Diocese and its parishes and schools and reporting on any relevant findings and best practices identified.

Key responsibilities :

• Assist the audit manager and team members with the preparation for the performance of internal audits.
• Plan and conduct parish and school financial, operational, and compliance audit fieldwork including introductory and exit conferences with pastors / pastoral administrators.
• Test revenue and expense cycles of operational and business processes and perform interviews of clergy, staff, and volunteers.
• Prepare detailed audit work papers and draft audit reports for presentation to and discussion of findings with audit manager and auditee.
• Conduct follow-up reviews on previous audit findings and recommendations.
• Research and apply appropriate accounting principles and auditing standards to reach and support conclusions.
• Assist in continuous monitoring of parish and school performance to identify possible internal control risks.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with clergy and staff across all levels within the organization.
• Provide support for the audit manager and senior auditors with tracking the status of the audit plan and individual audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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About the Diocese :

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh comprises the 54 eastern counties of North Carolina, covering 33,088 square miles with a population of 5,305,066. The diocese is divided into eight deaneries with a total of 81 parishes, 13 missions, three stations, and four centers for campus ministry. The diocese is served by 171 diocesan, religious order, and extern priests and includes an estimated 510,000 Catholics.

In addition to a competitive salary, the Diocese provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurances and a generous 403(b) plan.