We're hiring a VP, Internal Audit for a large public company healthcare organization based in Newport Beach.
This is a highly visible leadership opportunity to lead internal audit, SOX compliance, and enterprise risk management while partnering closely with executive leadership and the Audit Committee.
Key responsibilities:
• Lead the company's SOX program, including control design, testing, and documentation.
• Develop and execute a risk-based annual audit plan across financial, operational, technology, and regulatory areas.
• Oversee outsourced audit partners, including quality, timelines, and costs.
• Drive resolution of control weaknesses and strengthen accountability across the organization.
• Communicate audit findings, emerging risks, and remediation progress to executive leadership and the Audit Committee.
What we're looking for:
• 15+ years of progressive audit or financial controls experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership.
• 8+ years of public company experience, with strong knowledge of SEC requirements and PCAOB standards.
• Deep healthcare or managed care expertise, including Medicare Advantage regulatory requirements.
• Strong command of SOX, internal controls, and enterprise risk management.
• Experience managing outsourced or co-sourced audit relationships.
• Strong executive presence and Board-level communication skills.
Big 4 or national advisory firm experience is a plus.
Local candidates are preferred; fully remote consideration is available for candidates outside Southern California.
