Senior Internal Auditor

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Welltower, an S&P 500 company headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, is driving the transformation of health care infrastructure. The Company invests with leading seniors housing operators, post-acute providers and health systems to fund the real estate and infrastructure needed to scale innovative care delivery models and improve people's wellness and overall health care experience. Welltower, a real estate investment trust ("REIT"), owns interests in properties concentrated in major, high-growth markets in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, consisting of seniors housing, post-acute communities and outpatient medical properties. More information is available at

JOB SUMMARY

A key member of the internal audit team, the Senior Internal Auditor will report to the Internal Audit Manager and lead individual engagements to assist the audit department in validating management testing associated with the internal control requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley and lead the execution of corporate audits. The Senior Internal Auditor will participate in the design, planning and execution of various audit projects. Objectives of the audits will be to assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and provide meaningful feedback on appropriate corrective actions where deficiencies are noted. The position ensures internal audit practices are carried out according to the annual audit plan for all Welltower business units, locations and functional areas including the corporate headquarters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Lead financial and operational audits in accordance with professional standards established for internal auditing.
* Review audit evidence and develop conclusions on the effectiveness of internal controls while supervising the work of audit staff members.
* Be a self-starter that can work independently with little supervision, yet also be highly effective as a team leader.
* Lead audit staff members in developing logical and organized workpapers that clearly document audit procedures and support audit conclusions.
* Review audit workpapers prepared by the audit staff and provide constructive feedback and coaching to ensure audit objectives are met while contributing to the professional development of the audit staff. Develop strategies to effectively present findings to management both orally and in writing that clearly communicate any deficiencies noted and recommend appropriate corrective actions for improvement.
* Generate ideas to identify potential project or process improvement opportunities both in the internal audit department and to the department's customers.
* Develop and execute analytical review procedures for operational and financial data and be able to interpret management explanations against expected results.
* Develop audit programs to satisfy audit objectives.
* Interact with the external auditors to assist in execution of the year-end audit procedures as required.
* Support the objectives of the internal audit department and remain objective in assessing internal controls.
* Develop relationships with people at all levels within the organization.
* Consult with management in developing appropriate corrective actions for deficiencies noted or in developing controls for new or changed business systems or business processes.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

COMPETENCIES

* Strong team player with a focus towards customer service.
* Ability to self-motivate and work in a dynamic environment.
* Ability to work independently.
* A positive and professional attitude.

TRAVEL

Travel up to 10-20% of the time is expected.

Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Experience: A minimum of two years of professional experience in public accounting, internal audit or accounting role.

Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Professional certification (CPA, CMA, CIA) preferred or strong desire to pursue.

Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Welltower is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet