(Remote) - Senior Auditor

** Candidates would need to be able to travel if/as needed or required

POSITION PURPOSE

This position is responsible for conducting financial, operational and compliance audit.  The Audit Services department assists Trinity Health senior management and the Board of Directors in evaluating the effectiveness of risk, control and governance processes through the performance of internal audits, consulting and other activities.  The Audit Senior, Audit Services plans and completes assigned audit projects and may serve as the lead auditor when performing audits with other audit personnel.  Supports the Audit Services department operations in conformance with the Institute of Internal Auditors Global Internal Audit Standards, and supports, in coordination with the Manager/Supervisor, Audit Services, the mentoring and development of an effective Audit Services team that delivers value-added, high impact, customer-focused internal audit and consulting services.  The Audit Senior, Audit Services is responsible for participating in the continuous quality assurance and process improvement program which is designed to ensure the Audit Services department effectively contributes to the achievement of Trinity Health’s goals and objectives, consistent with its Charter as approved by governance. 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Co-ordinates the timing of assigned workplan projects to ensure their completion within the plan year and within budget.  Conducts and supervises (as necessary) internal audit assignments from planning through reporting.  Ensures that audit practices are consistent with standards developed for the department and that audit reports are accurate, concise and timely.  Composes well-written reports to summarize fact-based audit findings and provide practical business recommendations. 

Furnishes management personnel with analyses and appraisals gathered through internal audits; provides recommendations and obtains agreements with management personnel in an effort to rectify deficiencies identified during the audit.

Initiates and performs follow-up reviews on audit findings to ascertain whether appropriate actions have been taken by management.  Maintains the database for all follow-up reporting to management.

Assists in the assessment of risks (based on the risk assessment methodology utilized in OIAS) associated with Trinity Health organizations, and subsidiary operations for the development of the system-wide audit plan.

Assist the external audit firm in the execution of the year-end financial statement audit. 

Establishes relationships with key members of management at Trinity Health System Office departments and certain Trinity Health operating entities and serves as a liaison between Audit Services and those entities.

Performs special investigations or other projects supporting affiliate and subsidiary management, at the direction of the Manager and Director, Audit Services.

Coordinate and work collaboratively with the Information Systems and Organizational Integrity audit teams on audits in the work plan.  

Conduct research on topics relevant to the audit area, utilizing research resources available on-line or through other means.

Present in-service training sessions on topics relevant to the work plan.

Provides computer assisted audit support to other members of Trinity Health Audit Services to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of audits conducted.

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws/regulations; the Trinity Health Integrity and Compliance Program and Code of Conduct; as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.

Education and Certification

Work Experience

Past work experience must include three (3) or more years of combined public accounting, internal audit and/or financial operations experience ideally serving health care organizations. 

Experience in the operation of an effective internal or external audit program required.

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrates an understanding of financial operations, financial accounting and reporting, and auditing principles as applied to health care organizations, and internal control systems and procedures typically found in health care operations.  

Demonstrates an understanding of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, and current industry leading best practices for internal auditing practices.

Demonstrates appropriate understanding of applicable federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to health care provider organizations and their impact on Trinity Health operations. 

Must possess project management and written and verbal communication skills.  Demonstrated ability to communicate complex financial audit, financial accounting and reporting issues to management and governance is necessary.

Maintains an understanding of Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, the Standards of Conduct.  Demonstrates Trinity Health’s Mission, Values and Guiding Behaviors in leadership behaviors, practices, and decisions.  Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring as well as the ability to inspire and to motivate others in support of Trinity Health’s Mission.

Ability to work collaboratively with others in the organization to build open and trusting relationships designed to achieve Trinity Health organizational goals, consistent with the values and mission of the organization.  Strong consensus building and conflict resolution skills.

Ability to respond to crises such as unscheduled audits and investigations requested by senior management or governance is required.

Computer audit (ACL) experience is highly preferred.

Demonstrate developing management/leadership skills.

Demonstrates proficiency in the use of personal computers and possess working knowledge in the use of software used in a typical office environment (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, etc. [Windows, Word, Excel, GroupWise, Internet/intranet, Visio PowerPoint and Access]) and able to utilize computerized audit software (e.g. ACL).

Adaptability and determination necessary to accommodate different situations in an ever‑changing environment.

Travel to the various Trinity Health operating locations as required (est. < 30%).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.

Hourly pay range: $36.34 - $54.51

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.