TriWest Healthcare Alliance
Manager, Internal Audit (Finance)
Veterans, Reservists, Guardsmen and military family members are encouraged to apply!
Job Summary
Manages the internal audit function at TriWest, including regular operational audits of cost centers, Information Technology audits, and contract compliance function. Provides guidance, supervision, and assistance to Internal Audit staff. Ensures that audits address areas of concern to support TriWest's business and performance objectives and identify compliance issues regarding TriWest policies and procedures, and government contract requirements are met. Promote efficiency and protection of TriWest assets through internal controls processes. Ensure policy and procedures support TriWest objectives. Evaluate operational and financial data for accuracy and reliability.
Education & Experience
Required:
o Bachelor's degree in Business, with emphasis in Accounting or Finance, Health Care Administration, Public Administration or a related field. o Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, or Certified Management Accountant. o 5+ years' experience managing a team to accomplish financial, operational, compliance and/or information systems audits
Preferred:
o Masters degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Health Care Administration.
Key Responsibilities
o Assists the VP, Audit & Corporate Compliance with planning and organizing Internal Audit annual objectives, including: 1) Executing the financial/operational audit portion of the annual audit plan 2) Scheduling and assigning audit projects 3) Determining resource requirements for the audit projects. o Assists VP in preparing regular updates of financial internal audit activity to the Audit Committee. o Provides advice and counsel on new systems, initiatives, and services under development from an internal controls perspective. o Assists VP with the coordination of financial internal audit activities with the independent registered public accountants o Coaches, trains, supervises, and provides staff development in Internal Audit function through on-the-job training, mentoring, and training courses.
o Oversees audit quality and contract compliance. o Supervises auditors in the performance of assigned audit projects. o Promotes and maintains professional auditing standards. o Confers, advises, and coordinates with other TriWest departments regarding policies and procedures. o Assures follow-up of audit recommendations to determine the adequacy and timeliness of management's corrective action. o Coordinates audit activities with other TriWest departments to secure the necessary resources and support to conduct audits of TriWest's programs, activities, and functions. o Monitors Internal Audit activities and works within budget, while identifying and implementing process improvement for increased efficiency. o Performs special audit-related projects as assigned.
Competencies
Coaching / Training / Mentoring: Actively foster actions required for desired business outcomes through ongoing constructive feedback
Communication / People Skills: Ability to influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; Adapt to different styles; Listen critically; Collaborate
Computer Literacy: Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment using Word, Outlook, TriWest Intranet, the Internet, and department software applications
Creativity / Innovation: Ability to develop unique and novel solutions to problems; View change as necessary
Delegation Skills: Provide clear performance expectations for projects and ensure adequate access to resources for completion
Independent Thinking / Self-Initiative: Critical thinkers with ability to focus on things which matter most to achieving outcomes; Commitment to task to produce outcomes without direction and to find necessary resources
Leadership: Successfully manage different styles of employees; Provide clear direction and effective coaching
Technical Skills: Requires a strong working knowledge of the laws and regulations imposed on government contractors and health care systems by state and federal agencies; In-depth technical knowledge of internal audit principles and procedures including IIA Standards; Knowledge of Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing; Strong knowledge of Accounting principles and thorough understanding of financial statements; Broad-based business knowledge including financial/operational processes and procedures in health care industry; Planning skills; Change management skills
Team-Building / Team Player: Influence the actions and opinions of others in a positive direction and build group commitment
Problem Solving / Analysis: Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; Has a realistic understanding of relevant issues
Working Conditions
Working Conditions:
o Availability to work non-regular hours as necessary o Works within a standard office environment, with minimal travel o Extensive computer work with long periods of sitting
Company Overview
Taking Care of Our Nation's Heroes.
It's Who We Are. It's What We Do.
Do you have a passion for serving those who served?
Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We're On a Mission to ServeĀ®!
Our job is to make sure that America's heroes get connected to health care in the community.
At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we've proudly been on that important mission since 1996.
Benefits
We're more than just a health care company. We're passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes:
Equal Employment Opportunity
TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and we highly encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.