SR Internal Auditor

Summary

Reports to the Director of Internal Audit. Works closely with the Finance Department and other areas throughout Beacon Health System as required. Responsible for assisting in independent reviews of financial and operational systems and attributes to ensure compliance with written and implied policies and procedures of BHS, Inc. and affiliated corporations for use of the Director of Internal Audit, Audit and Compliance Committee of the Board of Directors, other top management staff and public accounting organizations.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Provides counsel and recommendations related to financial and operational systems and attributes to ensure compliance with written and implied Beacon Health System policies and procedures by:

• Performing independent reviews of current systems and charge controls; determining if proper controls are in place, revenues are accurately and properly recorded, approvals are at the proper levels and/or procedures are in compliance with IRS rules and regulations.
• Devising and implementing reasonable systems necessary to assess the highest possible degree of internal controls for the protection of BHS assets.
• Developing, organizing, coordinating and reporting results of operational and financial auditing, policy and procedures formulation and project follow‑up analysis.
• Reviewing, as necessary, financial records of physicians or others who have contractual relationships with Beacon Health System.

Coordinate and act as a liaison between the Internal Audit department and the external public accounting firm in conjunction with the annual audit of the Beacon Health System financial Statements.

• Perform transaction testing, conduct internal control walkthroughs, write system control narratives identifying internal control strengths and weaknesses and perform any additional testing deemed necessary by the external public accounting firm.
• Make recommendations on the expansion of the Internal Audit role in the year‑end audit including increased audit testing and efficiencies in the audit process.

Assist the Director in the development and/or revision of the following:

• Annual Audit Subject Plan.
• Five‑Year Strategic Plan for Internal Audit
• Internal Audit Charter.
• Internal Audit Department Operations Manual.
• Audit Engagement Plans, audit programs and reports, including proposing recommendations.
• Tracking and Monitoring of the implementation of audit recommendations.

Mentor staff auditors, providing guidance and support throughout the audit process.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:

• Completing other job‑related assignments and special projects as directed.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Attends and participates in department meetings.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established time frames.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established time frames.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout the fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and agronomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process, and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work mandatory overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department‑specific education within established time frames.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established time frames.
• Maintains…