Senior Internal Auditor

Job Summary Schedule: Hybrid – Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday onsite; Monday and Friday remote. At Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, we are committed to improving child health through excellence in clinical care, research, and education. The Internal Audit function plays a critical role in supporting this mission by strengthening governance, risk management, and internal controls across the organization. The Senior Internal Auditor brings technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a genuine ability to build trust with stakeholders. This role offers broad insight into the organization’s operations and meaningful relationships across departments, providing a strong platform for continued professional growth. Job Responsibilities Compliance: Work with management to plan and execute a comprehensive, risk‑based audit plan encompassing financial, operational, and compliance activities to provide insight into key processes, support informed decision‑making, and promote consistency with organizational policies, regulatory expectations, and industry‑leading practices. Audit Execution & Stakeholder Engagement: Perform and lead audits from planning through reporting, including risk assessment, control evaluation, testing, and documentation. Identify opportunities for process improvement and provide practical, value‑added recommendations. Build strong partnerships with clinical, operational, and administrative teams by fostering open communication and trust. Conduct interviews and walkthroughs to encourage transparency and collaboration. Supervisory: Supervise the work of audit staff in conducting operational audits of various processes. Provide guidance, coaching, mentorship, and constructive feedback to support staff development and onboarding. Continuous Improvement & Advisory: Stay current on evolving healthcare risks, regulatory requirements, and auditing best practices. Contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodologies and tools and provide consultative support on projects, system implementations, and process changes. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field. 5+ years of relevant experience (e.g., internal audit, public accounting, risk management, legal, or healthcare operations). Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications Experience in public accounting, internal audit, technical writing, or the healthcare industry. Professional certification (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA, CHIAP or equivalent). Familiarity with healthcare regulatory environments (HIPAA, CMS, corporate compliance programs). Key Competencies Collaborative & Approachable – Builds strong relationships and creates a comfortable environment for open dialogue. Curious Mindset – Seeks to understand processes deeply and asks thoughtful, insightful questions. Adaptability – Thrives in a dynamic healthcare environment with evolving priorities. Critical Thinking – Analyzes complex information and exercises sound judgment. Integrity & Objectivity – Upholds the highest ethical standards in alignment with audit principles. Location & Compensation Primary Location: Burnet Campus. Full‑time day shift. Salary range: $67,537.60 – $86,112.00 (annualized, may vary with FTE status). Hours: 40 per week. EEO Statement Cincinnati Children’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a respectful work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center