Internal Auditor

Overview:

AMLI Residential is seeking a highly motivated Internal Auditor to join our team. As an Internal Auditor, you will be responsible for assisting in the execution and reporting of the annual audit plan and compliance audits. You will review, analyze, and monitor the systems of internal controls, policies, and procedures within the organization. In this role, you will communicate regularly with executives, supervisory management personnel, on-site personnel, and corporate staff personnel. Hybrid office schedule. Our office is conveniently located in downtown Chicago, close to all public transportation.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct, document, and report on property audits. Test various areas across all properties, including lease files, concessions, move-outs, and access. Prepare written summaries after each testing section and communicate findings and recommendations to management. Determine compliance with policies and procedures and identify opportunities for improvements in these policies and procedures to present to management.
• Assist the Internal Audit Director in ensuring compliance by executing an annual audit of each property with Affordable Housing Units. Conduct follow-ups as needed.
• Participate in updating the affordable housing guides and documents to be used by the on-site teams.
• Analyze complex problems, processes, or reports; identify red flags; investigate and develop recommendations on process or control improvements.
• Collaborate with the Legal and Risk Management department on compliance initiatives and projects.
• Assist with legal and compliance on corporate and on-site initiatives related to document retention, cybersecurity and privacy and similar projects

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA or CIA preferred
• Minimum 1-2 years of audit, accounting, or consulting experience and/or industry experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Working knowledge of Workday and other AMLI software /IT platforms.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented and analytical.

Compensation and Benefits:

AMLI offers the following benefits to meet the needs of AMLI employees and their families:

• 35%-45% Rental Discount at an AMLI apartment
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Company Match
• Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Time Off – Vacation, personal, sick, and company holidays

AMLI is an equal employment opportunity employer that encourages personal and professional growth. We are committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce. AMLI Residential was founded in 1980 as private real estate development, management, and investment company. We are a leader in sustainable LEED and ENERGY STAR Certified luxury apartment communities. In February 2006, AMLI became a private company again through a $2.1 billion transaction with the PRIME Property Fund, a core commingled institutional fund managed by Morgan Stanley.