Step Up For Students · 1 day ago
Vice President, Internal Asssurance
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
10+ years expStep Up For Students is dedicated to empowering families to pursue appropriate learning options for their children. The Vice President of Internal Assurance will lead the Internal Assurance function, ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and corporate governance, while also providing independent assurance on key business processes.
AssociationEducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit plan aligned with the company's business objectives, regulatory requirements, and emerging risk
Implement best practices in audit methodologies, leveraging technology and data analytics to improve audit effectiveness
Lead and manage the Internal Audit function, ensuring high-quality audits, timely reporting, and appropriate remediation plans in place
Conduct independent assessments of financial, operational, and IT controls to ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations
Provide independent and objective evaluations of the company's quality management framework and operational processes
Provide strategic advice and guidance to the Board and senior leadership on risk, control, and governance matters
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, the Board of Directors, and external auditors
Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, helping them optimize processes while maintaining strong internal controls
Build and lead a high-performing internal audit team, ensuring continuous development and knowledge enhancement
Recruit, mentor, and retain top audit talent, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and professional excellence
Provide coaching and career development opportunities to strengthen the technical and leadership skills within the Internal Assurance staff
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated success and a proven track record in professional/life experience in specific job functions, projects, or industries, and military service can substitute for the formal education requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred
10-12 years experience with both internal and external audit and 5+ years of leading direct teams
CPA, CIA, or CISA certification required
Preferred
Demonstrate critical transformation and leadership skills and abilities: Effective Communicator and True Collaboration; Focusing on Outcomes: Owning and effectively solving problems for today and the future; Empathetic Leadership; Adaptability and Resilience; Emotional Intelligence/CEM skills and Continuous Development/Continuous Improvement Mindsets
Strong knowledge of risk-based auditing methodologies, internal controls, regulations, corporate governance and financial reporting
Proven ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership, board members, regulators and external auditors
High ethical standards and a commitment to integrity and transparency
Benefits
Medical - HSA/FSA - Dental - Vision
Company Paid Disability - Life Insurance
401K Match - Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Time off Policy - Professional Development
Company
Step Up For Students
Step Up For Students helps administer two scholarships; one for economically disadvantaged students.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Alex Mangan
Chief Product Officer
Ronda Dry, Ed.D
Student Learning and Partner Success Director
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