Harris Health System

Senior Internal Auditor

Harris Health System$75K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related fields required
  • CIA, CPA, or relevant certification preferred
  • 3-5 years of internal audit experience with a focus on compliance and operational auditing
  • Public Accounting/Big 4 or healthcare industry experience preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with data analytic tools preferred
  • Knowledge of auditing techniques and standards required

Responsibilities

  • Lead and conduct internal audits and controls assessments
  • Develop comprehensive audit programs based on business risks and controls
  • Perform and document testing and walkthroughs of processes
  • Prepare concise audit reports for review
  • Make practical recommendations for process improvements
  • Communicate audit results to management and relevant personnel
  • Conduct audit follow-up activities

Benefits

  • Flexibility in benefits choices to meet personal needs
  • Community employees' benefits are provided by Harris Health
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JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for leading audits underlying CHC's internal audit and controls program. The Senior Internal Auditor executes audits in financial, operational, and compliance areas to safeguard company resources and ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES

Lead and conduct internal audits and MAR controls assessments, including prepare workpapers and review the workpapers of other auditors to ensure quality and objectives of audits are achieved.

Develop comprehensive audit programs, including understanding of current business risks and controls, to identify areas of risk that may require stronger controls and to prioritize audit steps and test plans.

Perform and document testing and walkthroughs of processes and controls, with appropriate validation.

Prepare well written and concise audit reports on results of audit for review by Internal Audit Manager or above.

Make practical recommendations for process improvements while ensuring that recommendations reflect an understanding of the business and are clearly presented to and agreed to by management.

Communicates results of audit projects to management and operations personnel directly involved with department projects.

Conduct audit follow-up activities.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with multiple management levels within the CHC while able to work objectively and independently.

Demonstrate attention to detail, strong organizational skills, tolerance for uncertainty, and ability to be agile and adaptable.

Strong analytical skills and ability to consider and develop sound solutions beyond generic recommendations.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: Bachelor's degree in accounting or related fields (i.e., Finance, Business) required.

CIA, CPA, or relevant certification preferred.

Work Experience (Years and Area):

Three (3) to five (5) years of internal audit experience with a focus on compliance (SOX), financial, or operational auditing

Public Accounting/Big 4 and/or Healthcare industry experience a plus.

Software Proficiencies: Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs Familiarity with PeopleSoft, Visio, ACL, data analytic tools preferred.

Experience using Electronic Audit Work Paper Software such as Audit Board, Teammate, etc. a plus.

Other: Working knowledge of auditing techniques and standards (i.e., International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing)

Understanding of the risk and controls associated with business processes and ability to identify those risk and controls.

Continuing education required, such as participation in professional audit organizations (IIA, AHIA, HCCA, etc.)

Benefits & EEOC

Community employees¿ benefits are provided by Harris Health. These benefits are designed to provide you with flexibility and choices in meeting your specific needs.

Job Category

Community Health Choice (CHC)

About Harris Health System

Harris Health System is a public health care system that provides medical care to residents of Harris County, Texas. The system was founded in 1966 and operates hospitals, clinics, and other health care facilities throughout the county. Harris Health System provides a wide range of services, including primary care, specialty care, emergency care, and behavioral health services. The system also operates a health plan that provides insurance coverage to eligible residents. Harris Health System is governed by a board of trustees appointed by the Harris County Commissioners Court.
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