Internal Auditor

Title: Internal Auditor

Organization: MassHousing

Location: One Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02108

Posting Closes: Close of Business on 11/24/2026

Website: https://www.masshousing.com

The Organization:

MassHousing will confront the Commonwealth's housing challenges to improve the lives of its people.  A bold mission for an innovative agency. Since its inception in 1966, MassHousing has provided more than $30 billion for 92,000+ rental units and 90,000+ home mortgage loans. Beyond lending, we also work to promote economic growth and empowerment for families, individuals, and businesses; help communities increase their housing stock; provide hope and homes for vulnerable populations, and look for new, cost-effective ways to provide equitable housing opportunities. We have a relentless determination to confront the Commonwealth's housing challenges and improve lives.  

We know that we cannot meet our mission without a workforce that is committed to standing with us in our efforts. We achieve this by making investments in staff development and prioritizing individuals who align with our values including an unwavering dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

As an employee of MassHousing you are offered a great career opportunity which is more than a paycheck.  MassHousing’ s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider towards your overall compensation, including but not limited to:

• Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 per calendar year
• A 35-hour work week and a hybrid work schedule
• Back up Child/Elder Care
• Retirement Savings including a pension and a deferred compensation plan (with a match)
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans
• 12 paid Holidays per year and generous sick, vacation, and personal time
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
• Central Boston office location, convenient to public transportation and amenities on site

If you’re ready to join our dynamic team of mission driven professionals, this might be the job for you! Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and a resume to MassHousing by logging in to www.masshousing.com/workwithus.

Position Summary

The Internal Auditor supports the evaluation of the Agency’s governance, risk management, and internal control processes to help promote efficient and effective operations and regulatory compliance. Under the support and guidance of audit team leadership, this role conducts internal audits, analyzes data and documentation, prepares audit workpapers, and communicates audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders. This position reports to the Director of Internal Audit.

All positions at MassHousing require a customer service mindset in accordance with our values: Respect, Service, Empathy, Accountability, Collaboration, and Inclusion.

MassHousing operates under a hybrid work model; therefore, employees are expected to work on-site according to a schedule determined in collaboration with their manager and based on the needs of the role. To support effective onboarding, new employees may be required to work in the office more frequently during their first 90 days.

Essential Functions

Audit Planning and Execution

• Conduct internal audits in accordance with the approved audit plan and established audit standards
• Perform audit testing, data analysis, and control evaluations to assess compliance and operational effectiveness
• Prepare and maintain audit workpapers and supporting documentation
• Identify audit findings and recommend corrective actions and process improvements

Stakeholder Communication 

• Communicate audit status, findings, and recommendations to management and other stakeholders
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather information, resolve questions, and support audit activities
• Participate in annual audit planning discussions with business leaders
• Support the annual financial statement audit and coordinate with external auditors as needed

Compliance Monitoring

• Monitor compliance with applicable regulations, Agency policies, procedures, and contractual requirements
• Monitor and research regulatory changes and industry developments that may affect Agency operations
• Assist with compliance reviews, investigations, and special projects as assigned
• Follow up on audit recommendations and corrective action plans, as appropriate

Security

• Comply with MassHousing’s Information Security Program and all other Agency information security policies and procedures
• Take responsibility for any Agency assets assigned to you
• Promptly report any security events, incidents, or weaknesses to MassHousing’s Information Security Team

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Analytics, Business, Finance, or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of experience in the accounting/auditing field 
• Extensive knowledge of systems design, accounting and auditing principles and procedures, internal control concepts, and business process documentation, including the development and analysis of spreadsheets and flow charts

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification
• Experience in the housing finance or affordable housing industry

Essential Characteristics

• Energetic team player who has exceptional interpersonal skills, takes initiative, and has a dedicated focus on high-level customer service
• Strong work ethic, fast learner, and a desire to learn and grow within internal audit and analytics
• Exceptional oral and written communication with comfortability in communicating at all levels of the Agency
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Comfortable multitasking, adjusts quickly to shifting priorities, and manages time efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance big-picture perspective and attention to details

Salary Range: $80,493.30 - $104,641.29

MassHousing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ADA Compliance

MassHousing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, MassHousing will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.