Internal Auditor Lead

Senior Internal Auditor

The Senior Internal Auditor will work closely with management to better understand and respond to Compliance concerns affecting areas of responsibility, identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk as it relates to the System's mission, and provide an independent and objective review of evidence that either supports or refutes the System's claim of compliance as it related to these areas. The Senior Internal Auditor will also provide guidance on how to prevent the re-occurrence of non-compliance or reduce the risk to the System's operations. The successful candidate will accomplish this by performing individual internal audit projects, as part of the overall Corporate Compliance and Audit plan. This responsibility includes developing internal audit scope, performing internal audit procedures, and preparing internal audit reports reflecting the results of the work performed to be communicated to management. Work performed will include coverage of functional and operating units and focusing on financial, IT and operational processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create, revise and document Corporate Compliance and Audit policies and procedures
• Apply understanding of internal control practices to plan, perform, manage, and report on various business practices and processes
• The Senior Internal Auditor will also perform follow-up on the status of outstanding internal audit issues, as needed
• Additionally, the Senior Internal Auditor will assist Corporate Compliance and Audit management with department administration, development of the annual Corporate Compliance and Audit plan, championing internal control and corporate governance concepts throughout the business, and preparation of reports
• The Senior Internal Auditor may also direct and review the work performed by other Internal Audit personnel, including resources from co-sourcing firms, as needed
• Assist with implementing and maintaining audit tools to improve audit tracking and efficiencies
• Develop audit plans, including assigning controls and areas of potential risk based upon risk assessments
• Plan and perform scheduled audits and follow-up in accordance with established schedule and standards
• Arrive at independent evaluations of facts and logical conclusions based upon gathered evidence
• Document all information pertaining to audit results including risks, findings, observations and provide recommendations for strengthening internal controls and process improvement
• Follow up with management on remedial action for any identified areas of risk or deficiency
• Assist in preparing audit and executive summary reports
• Demonstrate high standards of conduct and ethics as well as ability to use appropriate judgement and discretion
• Enhance the culture of compliance and assist in minimizing related enterprise risk to the System's mission
• Represent Albany Med Health System in a professional manner at all times and in all interactions
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance - required
• 4-6 years in performing internal audit activities within private industry, an internal audit department or public accounting firm environment - required
• Ability to stay current with industry practices and effectively share knowledge with team members
• Ability to work independently, use varying resources to conduct research over subject matter topics, identify opportunities for improvement and provide solutions, and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to communicate effectively across various cross-functional departments
• Understanding of internal audit standards, COSO framework, risk assessment practices, and technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting
• Understanding of internal control concepts and experience in applying them to plan, perform, manage and report on the evaluation of various business processes, areas or functions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively present to peers and management, with the ability to obtain management buy-in for constructive change
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Exhibit leadership skills to mentor and provide appropriate direction to other Internal Audit project team members
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Upon Hire - preferred
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Upon Hire - preferred

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasionally
• Walking - Occasionally
• Sitting - Constantly
• Lifting - Rarely
• Carrying - Rarely
• Pushing - Rarely
• Pulling - Rarely
• Climbing - Rarely
• Balancing - Rarely
• Stooping - Rarely
• Kneeling - Rarely
• Crouching - Rarely
• Crawling - Rarely
• Reaching - Rarely
• Handling - Occasionally
• Grasping - Occasionally
• Feeling - Rarely
• Talking - Constantly
• Hearing - Constantly
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold - Rarely
• Extreme heat - Rarely
• Humidity - Rarely
• Wet - Rarely
• Noise - Occasionally
• Hazards - Rarely
• Temperature Change - Rarely
• Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely
• Vibration - Rarely

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!?

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.