Internal Auditor

Job Summary:
Provide independent objective assurance and consulting activities in order to add value by improving the organization's operations. Assist the organization in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined audit approach to evaluating and improving the efficiency and/or effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.


Perform tests of controls by obtaining and analyzing audit evidence, preparing audit work papers, evaluating test results, drawing conclusions and writing formal audit reports on the adequacy and effectiveness of controls for operational, financial, compliance and/or IT audit projects. Apply critical thinking, utilize good judgement and work independently under general supervision. Provide consulting services to the organization's management and staff as needed.


Maintain all organizational and professional ethical standards and ensure all internal audit activities carried out are in compliance applicable regulations, laws or standards.


Other essential duties include:
Completes audit engagements in accordance with established procedures and within budgeted timeframes.

Performs and documents planning, fieldwork, reporting and follow up for audit engagements.

Conducts interviews, requests/reviews supporting documentation, and documents procedures performed.

Documents audit findings, risks and recommendations in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Communicates audit results via written audit reports and oral presentations to business owners, committees and leadership.


Conducts and oversees audit plan remediation and follow-up.

Develops and maintains productive relationships through individual contacts and group meetings throughout the organization.

Represents internal audit function on organizational project teams, at management meetings, and with external organizations.

Prioritize and manage multiple projects as directed by audit management.

Performs related work as assigned by audit management.

Education:
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Healthcare, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related discipline.


Experience:
Required:
One or more years' work experience in Internal Audit or related field such as Finance, Compliance, and/or Information Technology. Intermediate level of experience with Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint. Strong critical thinking, communication, documentation and relationship building skills.

Preferred:
Experience in the healthcare industry.


Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration
Required:
Must be able to obtain certification within 18-24 months if not already certified. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) candidate. MBA in related field will be considered in lieu of certification.

Preferred:
CISA or CPA

Department Position Summary:
The Staff Auditor provides independent objective assurance and consulting activities in order to add value by improving the organization's operations. Assist the organization in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined audit approach to evaluating and improving the efficiency and/or effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.


Performs tests of controls by obtaining and analyzing audit evidence, preparing audit work papers, evaluating test results, drawing conclusions and writing formal audit reports on the adequacy and effectiveness of controls for operational, financial, compliance and/or IT audit projects. Apply critical thinking, utilize good judgement and work independently under general supervision. Provide consulting services to the organization's management and staff as needed.