Job Details

Senior Assurance and Advisory Associate

Position Number: 6856896
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Business - Accounting

Senior Assurance and Advisory Associate

Job Identification: 19706
Posting Date: 01/15/2026, 01:18 PM
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 700 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US
Degree Level:

Job Description:
What We're Looking For

The Senior Assurance & Advisory Associate reports directly to the Senior Director of Audit & Assurance Services within the Controller's Office at Baylor and plays a critical role in supporting the University's commitment to financial accountability, compliance, and operational excellence.

This position is responsible for providing validation and independent testing of areas classified as high-risk, including:

Federal Title IV student aid
Federal and state-sponsored program funding
University investment activities
Intercollegiate Athletics operations

The Senior Assurance & Advisory Associate executes on testing to ensure continual monitoring of key internal control risk areas, such as procurement transactions, cash receipts, asset valuation, and segregation of duties through process mapping and control testing and validation.

A key function of this role includes assisting in the delivery of hands-on training for departmental financial staff to ensure standard communication and execution of University financial policies and procedures.

A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field and three years of relevant work experience are required. A master's degree, five years of relevant experience and a CPA or comparable license is preferred.

This position is located in Waco, Texas.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

Provide objective assurance and consulting services to University departments and process owners
Execute risk-based testing and monitoring plans aligned with institutional objectives, risk profiles and regulatory requirements
Identify and promote opportunities to enhance internal controls, improve process efficiency, strengthen accountability, and support departmental leaders in advancing financial compliance and operational effectiveness
Prepare reports and analyses that summarize the results of continual monitoring activities, highlight key observations and significant risks, and provide leadership and responsible parties with needed information for proactive decision making
Participate and support special projects, investigations, and ad hoc reviews as directed
Track and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions
Assist in leading efforts to train, evaluate and certify business office financial staff
Assist in facilitating monthly meetings and ongoing professional development sessions for financial staff to promote consistent understanding of financial policies, procedures, and best practices.
Build trust and maintain strong working relationships with University campus partners and various offices
Review and report emerging regulatory changes and potential impacts to operations
Maintain an updated working knowledge of and ensure compliance with GAAP, FASB, Uniform Guidance and University, state, and federal regulations, policies, and procedures
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

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