Senior Internal Auditor

CA Candidates only, or willing to relocate. Minimum quarterly onsite meetings. (This is not an IT audit role.)

Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time.

About the role

The Internal Auditor III prepares audit programs and conducts audit reviews of assigned areas, including performing various audit procedures and documents findings in work papers in accordance with department standards. Identifies internal control weaknesses, develops audit recommendations and drafts written reports. Provides independent evaluations of operational and financial controls, policies, and procedures. Prepares audit report detailing findings and recommendations. Performs and coordinates follow-up audits to determine if management has taken action to mitigate risks identified. Participates in special reviews as necessary. Acts as a Subject Matter Expert, serves as a resource and mentor for other staff.

Responsibilities

• Develops audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk and test objectives.
• Provides independent evaluations of operational and financial controls, regulatory compliance, policies, and procedures.
• Prepares work papers, observations and reports and related documents following department standards.
• Prepares audit programs and conducts audit reviews of assigned areas, including performing various audit procedures and documenting findings on work papers.
• Obtains and reviews evidence ensuring audit conclusions are well-documented.
• Identifies internal control weaknesses, non-adherence with regulatory requirements, develops audit recommendations and drafts written reports.
• Identifies and communicates issues raised, offering recommended solutions relevant to business and risk.
• Ensures audit conclusions are based on a complete understanding of the process, circumstances, and risk.
• Performs and coordinates follow-up audits to determine if management has taken action to mitigate risks and findings identified.
• Applies subject expertise in evaluating business operations and processes.
• Identifies areas where technical solutions would improve business performance.
• Consults across business operations, providing mentorship, and contributing specialized knowledge.
• Ensures that the facts and details are correct so that the project’s/program's deliverable meets the needs of the department, organization and legislation's policies, standards, and best practices.
• Provides training, recommends process improvements, and mentors junior level staff, department interns, etc. as needed.
• Participates in special reviews as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Related Field. In lieu of degree, equivalent education and/or experience may be considered.
• At least 5 years of public or private accounting or audit experience, preferably in health care or other highly regulated industry.
• Certified Public Account (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) OR Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Highly preferred experience in healthcare, managed care, pharmaceutical, medical device, and behavioral health industries.
• Ability to apply internal audit standards through the entire lifecycle (planning, fieldwork, reporting).

Skills

• Knowledge of finance, accounting and control principles, including IIA Standards.
• Excellent MS Office skills, including in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to observe and understand business processes ensuring processes are documented completely and accurately.
• Proactive in researching business best practice concepts in order to apply as appropriate.
• Solid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic – inquisitive.
• Strong organization and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments.
• Possess an appropriate combination of technical expertise in fields such as auditing, finance, technology, operations, or investigations.
• Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, complex environment and willing to adapt to change.
• Ability to give and follow instructions accurately and efficiently; proactive in asking clarifying questions to ensure work effort is directed wholly toward desired outcome.
• Ability to recognize when learned theoretical concepts should be applied.
• Solid understanding and ability to apply risk and control concepts.
• Ability to identify underlying cause of an issue raised.
• Good awareness of other departments in the company with risk, control, and governance responsibilities and what is necessary for successful tactical collaboration and information sharing.
• Good communication skills along with good or developing negotiation skills.
• Ability to identify sensitive issues and facilitate communications in a proactive manner to avoid surprises.
• Willingness and ability to adapt to new circumstances, information, and challenges.
• Executes effective and thorough application of all internal audit standards within assigned responsibility.

• Knowledge of COSO guidelines and requirements (preferred).
• Risk assessment practices (preferred).

Pay

Salary Range: $88,854.00 (Min.) - $115,509.00 (Mid.) - $142,166.00 (Max.)

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Retirement Plans
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Wellness Program
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)