Internal Auditor

Department:

We are Walker & Dunlop.  We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities.

Department Overview

The mission of Walker and Dunlop’s Internal Audit (“IA”) department is to protect and enhance organizational value by providing our stakeholders with risk‐based, independent, objective, and reliable assurance, advice, and insight designed to mitigate risk, add value, and improve W&D’s operations. IA acts as a valuable business partner to senior management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors by providing assurance, information, analyses, and advice to assist management in fulfilling its responsibilities for ensuring operations are managed ethically, effectively, and efficiently within an environment of strong internal controls.

The Impact You Will Have

As a member of Walker & Dunlop’s Internal Audit team, you will support the execution of the Company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program and broader internal audit initiatives. Working alongside internal stakeholders and external audit partners, you will assist in evaluating and testing the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.

This role offers the opportunity to gain exposure to financial services operations, regulatory compliance, and the financial reporting requirements of an SEC registrant while building a strong foundation in audit and internal controls.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform operational effectiveness testing of internal controls over financial reporting (SOX). 

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and documenting business walkthroughs.   

• Support the execution of financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with the Internal Audit plan under the direction of a manager.

• Partner with external auditors to support the completion of the annual financial statement audit, including Reg AB, HUD/GNMA, and USAP compliance audits.

• Conduct follow-up reviews and remediation testing for financial, operational, or regulatory findings identified during audits.

• Manage individual assignments within established budgets and timelines.

        Communicate effectively and collaborate with teammates, business partners, vendors, and other stakeholders.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Attendance is generally required from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm local time, Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance  

• 1+ year of relevant experience in accounting, finance, public accounting, or related internship experience.

• Financial services and/or public accounting experience preferred  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Interest in developing expertise in multifamily lending and servicing, operational audits, regulatory compliance, SOX/internal controls, and financial reporting for an SEC registrant.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Interest in pursuing professional certification (e.g., CIA, CPA).

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships.

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

       Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.

• Proactive, adaptable team player who thrives in a dynamic environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders.

• Ability to show ownership of your work, take on challenges and acknowledge growth opportunities, and demonstrate patience when learning new processes.

The hourly rate for this position is $31.25-$36.05 with an estimated yearly salary of $65,000-$75,000, plus a discretionary bonus

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What We Offer  

• The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners from 2015-2023 

• Comprehensive benefit options* that have earned Walker & Dunlop the silver level of the 2022 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation™, some of which include:
    - Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
    - Competitive dental and vision benefits
    - 401(k) + match
    - Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
    - A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that
      promote health, engagement, and balance
    - Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs
    - Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance
    - Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 

• Career development opportunities 

• Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching 

 
*Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked 

EEO Statement

We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on any characteristic protected by applicable law, such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, and genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to be a safe place to ask questions, build professional relationships, and develop careers.

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Fair Chance Hiring

Background checks, including any questions related to infractions, arrests, or conviction records, will not be conducted until after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. We will consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of arrest and conviction records, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.