Senior Internal Audit Analyst

Senior Internal Audit Analyst

The Senior Internal Audit Analyst plays a critical role in evaluating and improving the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes across the health system. This role is responsible for conducting risk-based audits, analyzing financial and operational data, identifying control gaps, and providing actionable recommendations to enhance efficiency and compliance.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

Work Experience: Minimum 4 years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong understanding of internal auditing standards and practices. Proficient in auditing tools, accounting software, and data analytics platforms. Working knowledge of healthcare billing and reimbursement processes, particularly related to Medicare and Medicaid is beneficial. Strong verbal and written communication skills for presenting findings and writing reports. Ability to lead and execute complex internal audits across operational, financial, and compliance areas. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with competing deadlines. Working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence and machine learning.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Assists in the development and execution of the annual audit plan. Conducts risk-based internal audits across the health system. Assists with the creation of standardized audit procedures, templates, and risk assessment tools. Evaluates the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations. Prepares detailed audit reports with findings, recommendations, and management responses. Performs follow-up audits to ensure remediation of identified issues. Utilizes data analytics tools to enhance audits and provides continuous monitoring. Provides oversight to sales tax recovery for taxable items utilized directly on Medicare and Medicaid patients. Provides guidance and support to junior audit staff in audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting.

Decision Making: The carrying out of non-routine procedures under constantly changing conditions, in conformance with general instructions from a supervisor.

Working Relationships: Coordinates activities of others (does not supervise), Leads others in same work performed (does not supervise), Works directly with patients and/or customers, Works with internal and / or external customers via telephone or face to face interaction, Works with other healthcare professionals and staff, Works frequently with individuals at Director level or above

Special Job Dimensions: None.