Senior Auditor
Company: Covista
Location: Schiller Park
Posted on: February 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Company Description About Covista Covista is America's largest
healthcare educator, serving more than 97,000 students and
supported by a community of 385,000 alumni across five accredited
institutions. Through personalized, tech-enabled education powered
by 10,000 faculty and colleagues, Covista expands access to
healthcare careers and addresses the U.S. healthcare workforce
shortage at scale. Covista is the parent company of American
University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain
University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University
School of Veterinary Medicine and Walden University. Our colleagues
come from a wide range of backgrounds, business, academia,
healthcare, government and nonprofits, and are part of a culture
where doing exceptional work and making a meaningful difference for
students and society aren't separate goals—they're one and the
same. This means creating an environment where colleagues can
develop new skills, build careers that match their ambitions and
see the tangible impact of their work on healthcare education and
workforce development. Colleagues who deliver results and embrace
new tools to work smarter are valued for their contributions. But
what makes working at Covista distinctive is our impact. Our
faculty and colleagues don't just support healthcare education—they
shape it. This isn't abstract purpose work. It's solving real
problems for real people in real communities while advancing
careers. We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days
per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity,
innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a
dynamic and collaborative work environment. For more information,
visit covista.com and follow us on LinkedIn , Instagram and YouTube
. Job Description Opportunity at a Glance The Senior Auditor plays
a critical role in executing the organization’s internal audit
plan. This is a hands-on position responsible for planning and
performing audits across financial, operational, and compliance
areas with minimal oversight. The primary focus of this role is on
financial reporting internal controls (SOX), including design and
operating effectiveness testing. Key responsibilities include
developing audit scopes, engaging with control owners and
management, testing and analyzing data, evaluating documentation,
and preparing detailed workpapers while managing timelines. The
role interprets audit results, identifies risks, and recommends
corrective actions and process improvements to strengthen
compliance and financial controls. This role leads engagements from
start to finish and may occasionally review work performed by other
auditors to ensure quality and consistency. While execution is a
core focus, the role offers significant exposure to leadership
across functions and opportunities to influence process
improvements. Responsibilities Maintain up-to-date knowledge of
Covista and the external environment. Independently plan and
perform audits with a high level of detail and accuracy, focusing
on SOX and financial reporting controls. Develop audit scopes, test
and analyze data, evaluate documentation, and prepare detailed
workpapers while managing timelines. Engage directly with auditees
and control owners to understand business processes, document them,
perform testing, and communicate results. Identify and document
audit observations clearly, including root cause analysis and
impact. Occasionally review work performed by staff auditors on
specific projects to ensure quality and consistency. Proactively
communicate within Internal Audit regarding organizational changes,
audit results, regulations, and upcoming projects. Interact
effectively with personnel at all levels, exercising discretion on
confidential matters and working independently. Leverage data
analytics and AI tools to improve audit quality, expand coverage,
and increase efficiency. Develop and maintain strong, trust-based
relationships with auditees. Support departmental projects and
initiatives. Understand and comply with Institute of Internal
Auditors (IIA) standards. Perform related duties and complete other
assignments as needed. Qualifications Professional certification
(CPA, CIA, CISA, etc.). 5 years of relevant experience in internal
auditing; public accounting experience preferred. Strong
understanding of PCAOB & IIA Standards, 2013 COSO framework, and US
GAAP. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the
ability to present results and manage conflict professionally.
Strong analytical skills, process orientation, and ability to work
independently. Proven ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple
assignments, and adapt in a dynamic environment. High proficiency
in organizational and project management skills. CVSA Additional
Information In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across
the country, the expected salary range for this position is between
$61720.78 and $108334.92. Actual pay will be adjusted based on
job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and
training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market
factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent
Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may
have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary
requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.
Covista offers a robust suite of benefits including: Health,
dental, vision, life and disability insurance 401k Retirement
Program 6% employer match Participation in Covista's Flexible Time
Off (FTO) Policy 12 Paid Holidays For more information related to
our benefits please visit: https://careers.covista.com/benefits You
are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program,
subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if
any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation,
individual and organizational performance. Equal Opportunity –
Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual
Orientation
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