Internal Auditor at Texas Permanent School Fund

Lupfig, Aargau, Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Internal Controls, COSO Frameworks, IIA Standards, Investment Products, Fund Accounting, Financial Statements, Excel Skills, Risk Analysis, Documentation, Communication, Data Analytics Tools, Audit, Risk Management, Financial Operations, Collaboration, Professional Development

Industry

Investment Management

Description

As an Internal Auditor at Texas PSF Corporation, you’ll evaluate internal controls, audit operational and investment processes, and support risk management efforts across a sovereign endowment-style fund. This is a hands-on role, working closely with teams across Investments, Finance, and Operations to ensure transparency, accountability, and alignment with internal policies and industry standards. We’re looking for someone with 3+ years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, or financial operations — ideally within a fund, endowment, or investment-focused environment. The right candidate is analytical, curious, and confident working across departments to assess controls, identify risk, and improve processes. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, COSO frameworks, and investment operations is key, along with the ability to work independently on a small, high-impact team. What You’ll Do Audit & Controls Review Conduct risk-based audits across investment operations and financial processes Document findings, prepare workpapers, and support audit conclusions Draft audit reports and monitor implementation of recommendations Investment & Financial Process Auditing Evaluate fund-level controls and reporting accuracy Participate in audits involving valuation, compliance, and data integrity Assess control environments across diverse platforms and systems Risk Management & Collaboration Update risk assessments and recommend audit plan changes Collaborate with stakeholders across departments Build relationships with leadership and co-sourcing partners Professional Development & Special Projects Stay current with IIA standards and regulatory changes Participate in consulting engagements and strategic initiatives What We’re Looking For Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or related field 3–5 years of experience in audit, risk management, or financial operations Experience with investment auditing or financial services preferred Post-graduate degree a plus Certifications CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or CFA (or eligible to sit for one) Skills & Knowledge Strong understanding of internal controls, COSO frameworks, and IIA standards Familiarity with investment products (bonds, equities, alternatives) Knowledge of fund accounting and financial statements Intermediate to advanced Excel skills Ability to analyze risk, document findings, and communicate effectively Experience with data analytics tools a plus Work Environment & Perks Hybrid Schedule – Work from our downtown Austin office with flexibility Mission-Driven Work – Help protect a fund that supports Texas public education Cross-Team Exposure – Collaborate with senior leaders across departments Career Growth – Gain experience in audits that impact strategic operations Travel – Occasional domestic travel (up to 5%) The Texas Permanent School Fund (PSF) was created by Texas’ first Constitution in 1845 as a perpetual fund to support the state’s public schools and was seeded with $2 million in 1854. Since that time, the PSF has grown to comprise over $57 billion in assets and will distribute over $2.4 billion annually to Texas K-12 schools. In 2021 the 87th Texas Legislature established the Texas Permanent School Fund Corporation (Texas PSF) as a stand-alone special-purpose governmental corporation.

Responsibilities

As an Internal Auditor, you will evaluate internal controls and audit operational and investment processes. You will work closely with teams across Investments, Finance, and Operations to ensure transparency and accountability.