Internal Auditor (Information Technology, Accounting, Clinical)

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs audits and special projects to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of OU Health operations and compliance with laws, government regulations, and OU Health policies and procedures.
• Applies knowledge of, and demonstrates, the OU Health Way.
• Possesses understanding of OU Health operations, accounting principles, and department policies and procedures.
• Contributes towards audit work plan development (to include identification of key risks, nature/size of sampling routines, project steps, project budget, and target completion date) related to a wide variety of risk topics under the direction of the AVP of Internal Audit.
• Researches project topics and demonstrates an understanding of the business to be served.
• Communicates, both orally and in writing, with auditees to advise and comment on current, needed, or planned programs and operations.
• Maintains independence and objectivity related to assignments.
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships with the auditee and others within OU Health and externally.
• Provides training as assigned.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Level 1 Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Information Systems, or related field required.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Licenses/Certifications/Registrations Required: None.

Level 2 Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Information Systems, or related field required.
• Experience: 3 years of experience in Internal Audit, Compliance, or similar role required.
• Certifications/Licenses/Registrations Required: One of the following required within 1 year of hire: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) issued by the American Institute of CPAs, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) issued by Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) issued by IIA, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) issued by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) issued by Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA).

Level 3 Minimum Requirements

• Education: Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Information Systems, or related field required.
• Experience: 5 years of experience in Internal Audit or Compliance required.
• Certifications/Licenses/Registrations Required: One of the following required at hire: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) issued by the American Institute of CPAs, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) issued by Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) issued by IIA, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) issued by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) issued by Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Experience with one or more areas: Information Technology (IT), Accounting, or Clinical.
• IT: In-depth knowledge regarding SOX, NIST, ISO 27001, and/or other frameworks.
• Awareness of emerging technologies, governance, and risks.
• Accounting: In-depth knowledge regarding financial statements, records, and transactions.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and/or other accounting standards.
• Clinical: In-depth knowledge regarding clinical processes, systems, and controls.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare laws, regulations, and accreditation standards.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability and self-confidence to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate ability to successfully work with OU Health staff, ranging between executives, leaders, medical providers, and frontline employees.
• Possess discipline to meet budgets and deadlines.
• Possess basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), General Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), accounting systems, sound internal control techniques, acceptable business practices, information systems, sound documentation methods, and standard audit techniques.
• Possess strong research skills.
• Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and achieve desired goals.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex legal documents and contracts.
• Knowledge about quantitative analysis methods (statistical sampling, present value analysis, return on investment calculations, etc.).
• Oriented to succeeding in a team environment and exceeding customer expectations.
• Able to plan and execute many projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrate strong people skills and effective interpersonal relationships.
• Good project management skills.

Benefits

OU Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.