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Elevance Health Internal Auditor Sr. in CHICAGO, Illinois
Elevance Health supports a hybrid workplace model (virtual and in-office) with PulsePoint sites used for collaboration, community, and connection. This position will take part in the hybrid workforce strategy which includes virtual work and in office days 1-2 times per week.
The Internal Auditor Sr. is responsible for conducting financial/operational audits, internal control assessments, strategy reviews, special projects, and risk assessment activities for the enterprise, across all lines of business and functions, in accordance with professional and departmental standards. Provide valuable insights to the business to improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.
How You Will Make an Impact:
Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:
Lead the development and execution of high quality assessments of the Company’s complex processes and controls (including statistical data) for accuracy, completeness, effectiveness and compliance.
Identify risks and collaborate with team leadership, business management and external auditors on audit planning, testing and evaluation procedures, which includes working with the business on process, controls, documentation and issues.
Prepare clear, accurate and concise audit work papers that summarize scope, audit plan methodology and conclusions for audit field work and provide sufficient evidentiary data to support the work performed.
Present any findings/deficiencies to the lead auditor along with recommendations for remediation.
Work with business partners to address deficiencies or findings through periodic monitoring and retesting.
Review work performed by others, provide recommendations for improvement, and training to new or less experienced auditors.
May support internal and external audit/compliance groups with various activities that may include, testing, documentation, client request materials, and data validation.
Perform special projects and assignments under direction of department management.
Travel may be required, up to 10%.
Minimum requirements:
- BA/BS in related field and a minimum of 3 years related experience; or 2 years in public accounting (e.g., Big Four firm); or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:
Understanding of auditing concepts and principles, and how to apply them.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact and engage with associates across multiple locations.
Strong critical thinking skills.
CPA/CIA/CISA certification.
Project management, process improvement, and quality oversight background.
Public accounting (e.g., Big Four) audit experience. Understanding of insurance company operations and regulations. Experience working in a complex IT/IS environment.
Experience with Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) systems (e.g., Workiva WDesk, Highbond, Audit Board, ServiceNow, etc.).