Internal Audit Director - FT - Days - Corporate Compliance @ MV

About the role

The Internal Audit Director leads the internal audit function across El Camino Health. The role provides objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and continually refines a comprehensive, risk-based annual internal audit plan aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives and risk profile.
• Leads and manages all internal audit engagements, including operational, financial, compliance, and IT audits, from planning through reporting and follow-up.
• Reports audit findings, recommendations, and management action plans to senior leadership and the Board Compliance and Audit Committee; presents quarterly to the Compliance Committee.
• Buils and maintains an effective internal audit team through hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance management, and professional development.
• Oversees the quality assurance and improvement program to ensure conformance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Supports the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program in developing a holistic view of critical risks to the organization’s mission and in managing those risks to an appropriate level of risk tolerance.
• Provides advisory services on major initiatives, new programs, process improvements, and system implementations to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Coooridinates with Compliance, Legal, and Human Resources as appropriate, including during investigations of suspected fraud, waste, or abuse.
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant healthcare regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and emerging risks.
• Supports oversight of the internal audit budget and resources, including the use of co-sourcing arrangements with external audit firms as needed.
• Champions a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct throughout the organization.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required; graduate degree (MBA, MHA, or MPA) preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive internal or external audit experience required, with at least two (2) years in a management or supervisory capacity.
• Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred; familiarity with hospital and physician office operations, healthcare regulatory environment (CMS, Joint Commission, HIPAA), and healthcare-specific financial reporting highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing risk-based audit plans.
• Experience presenting to Boards, Audit Committees, and senior leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of internal audit standards, practices, and methodologies (IIA Standards, COSO, COBIT).
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with ability to evaluate complex risks and controls.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey complex findings clearly to diverse audiences, including senior and board members.
• Proficient in audit management software and data analytics tools; experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epic, Workday) preferred.
• Strong project management skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent engagements and deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to motivate, develop, and retain professional staff.
• High degree of integrity, independence, and professional objectivity.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) required or obtained within 24 months of hire.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CIA), or Certified Healthcare Internal Auditor (CHIA) preferred.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$90.50 - $135.75 USD Hour

Schedule

Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours 80 Work Shift Day: 8 hours