Internal Auditor - Internal Audit Consultant

Internal Auditor Consultant

The Internal Auditor Consultant will report to the Internal Audit Senior Director. In this role you will be responsible for providing objective examinations of evidence for providing independent assessment to the Audit Committee, management and outside parties on the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk, management and control processes.

We are looking for leaders that are energized by creative and critical thinking, building and sustaining high-performing teams, getting results the right way, and fostering continuous learning.

Independently execute end-to-end internal audits, including performing effective risk assessments, planning, assessing the design of controls, testing the effectiveness of controls and reporting results to management

Conduct financial, operational and compliance audits and provide consulting services to the organization's management and staff

Assist in identifying and evaluating the organization's risk areas and provide input to the development of the Annual Audit Plan

Perform audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures

Identify, develop, and document audit issues and recommendations using independent judgement concerning areas being reviewed

Communicate the results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to management and the Board of Directors

Conduct interviews, review documents, develop and administer surveys, compose summary memos, and prepare working papers

Uses data analytics tools to analyze datasets, identify trends and anomalies, and support audit conclusions

Applies basic AI-enabled tools and automation to improve audit efficiency, streamline testing, and assist with documentation

Performs data analysis procedures under guidance to support risk identification and control evaluation

Ensures data used in audits is reasonably complete and accurate to support conclusions

Seeks opportunities to incorporate analytics and technology into audit work to improve effectiveness

A bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or related field

At least 3 years of internal audit experience

Working knowledge of AI tools, models and platforms including associated risks, controls, and governance consideration

Stays updated on data and AI trends, technologies, and regulations, applying insights to audit engagements and supporting the education of data and AI risks and controls to audit teams

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred

This role requires employees to be in-office based on our hybrid workplace model, balancing purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility. For most teams, this means coming into the office two days each week. Employees living more than 50 miles from an office location will work with their manager to determine in-office time based on business need.

As of January 2025, Blue Shield of California became a subsidiary of Ascendiun. Ascendiun is a nonprofit corporate entity that is the parent to a family of organizations including Blue Shield of California and its subsidiary, Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan; Altais, a clinical services company; To achieve our mission, we foster an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute fully to address the needs of the various communities we serve. We believe in fostering a workplace environment that balances purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility - providing clear expectations while respecting the diverse needs of our workforce. For most teams, this means coming into the office two days per week.

Employees living more than 50 miles from an office location, out of state employees, and employees in certain member-facing roles should work with their manager to determine in-office time based on business need.

For employees with medical conditions that may impact their ability to work in-office, we are committed to engaging in an interactive process and providing reasonable accommodations to ensure their work environment is conducive to their success and well-being.

The Company reserves the right to require more presence in the office based on business needs, and requirements are subject to change with periodic reviews.

Office Environment - roles involving part to full time schedule in Office Environment. Based in our physical offices and work from home office/deskwork - Activity level: Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classification protected by Federal, State and local laws.