Internal Audit Consultant

Internal Audit Manager

The role plans and leads audits of internal operational, financial, governance, risk management and compliance processes. The role carries out project level risk assessments, develops and carries out effective and efficient audit programs, develops sound audit recommendations, and drafts audit reports. It contributes to the development of the annual risk-based audit plan. Additionally, the role participates in departmental quality and improvement initiatives including increased use of automated audit technology and techniques. This role contributes to helping ensure compliance with Association policies and stable and capable internal processes.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Executes and documents audit procedures in accordance with BCBSA and professional standards to ensure risks are appropriately identified, associated audit procedures are applied and related controls are designed and operating to mitigate the identified risks.
• Leads concurrent audits of internal operational, financial, governance, risk management and compliance processes. Develops project level risk assessments and audit programs.
• Prepares and communicates preliminary drafts of audit findings, recommendations, and audit reports in a timely manner.
• Contributes to the development of the annual risk-based audit plan by participating in interviews with management, as well as compiling and analyzing risks with Internal Audit Leadership.
• Participates on project teams to perform special projects, research, training, and process improvement when applicable.

The posting range for this position is:

97,895.47 - 129,273.73

Required Education, Certifications and Experience:

• Required BS in accounting, finance, management, or other business disciplines; or equivalent work experience
• Preferred MS is highly desired

Experience:

• Required 4+ Years internal audit experience including financial and operational auditing and one of the following licenses and certifications is required:

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills. (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Advanced knowledge of Audit Methodology
• Advanced knowledge of IIA Standards
• Advanced knowledge of COSO
• Advanced written and oral communication, project management, research, and analysis skills.
• Advanced experience conducting integrated operational / IT audits is highly desired.
• Intermediate data analytic and automated audit technique skills.
• Knowledge of financial and business systems (e.g. Workday, etc.) to carry out audit procedures.
• Familiarity with healthcare, managed care, or insurance industry experience, which demonstrates conceptual knowledge of BCBSA business.
• Familiarity with system / process implementation audits, information security risks, third party risk management, and fraud / ethics considerations
• Familiarity with program management and Agile development concepts

Certifications & Licenses:

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - Institute of Internal Auditors
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) - ACFE
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Various
• Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) - IIA
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) - ISACA

The posted salary range is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the hiring range and this hiring range may also be modified in the future. A candidate's position within the hiring range may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for annual bonus incentive pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 11 holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous 401(k) matching, lifestyle spending account and many other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.