Senior Auditor

Overview

General Summary of Position Responsibility for independently performing audits and other projects as assigned. Such work includes but is not limited to completing audits for the organization to ensure controls are in place and functioning as intended. This will be accomplished by assessing risks analyzing controls and ensuring that business practices are effective efficient and compliant with Med Star policies and regulatory requirements.

Areas of review include but are not limited to hospital operations revenue cycle physician practices research and corporate functions such as Human Resources supply chain and accounts payable.

• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to IA department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations. Embodies and demonstrates the Mission Vision and Spirit Values of Med Star.
• Analyzes findings to identify root causes. Communicates ideas appropriately develops recommendations and participates in the preparation of audit reports and presentations to management.
• Develops audit programs and working papers detailing audit procedures/techniques and obtains adequate audit evidence in accordance with IA department and professional standards.
• Maintains a level of knowledge of the healthcare industry leading practices technologies techniques and tools.
• Plans and performs audits according to the Annual Internal Audit Plan.
• Provides innovative and creative ideas to formulate new audit and risk assessment approaches.
• Supervises the work of Internal Auditors as needed.
• Uses Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques (CAAT) as appropriate on projects.
• Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance. Required.

• 3-4 years Auditing Experience required.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

• Professional certification (e.g. CIA, CPA, CFE) required or currently pursuing professional certification. Required.
• Must obtain relevant professional certification within 2 years of assuming the position. Required.

• Knowledge of and proficiency in generally accepted auditing standards and the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels in the organization in order to create favorable relationships with and good understanding of the IA function.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and/or Access, PowerPoint and Exchange.
• Experience with data analysis / computer assisted audit techniques (CAAT) and tools and audit management software is a plus.

This position has a hiring range of USD $71,843.00 - USD $ /Yr.