Director of UVA Health Audits

Audit Director – University of Virginia (UVA Health)

The University of Virginia seeks an Audit Director to lead audits across UVA Health, which includes the Charlottesville Medical Center, School of Medicine, School of Nursing, Health Sciences Library, UVA Physicians Group, and UVA Community Health entities.

• Lead in‑house financial, operational, compliance, and information technology audits across UVA Health, and oversee the scope, quality, and deliverables of work performed by co‑sourced or outsourced audit providers.
• Develop annual and project‑level risk assessments, define audit scope and objectives, and execute board‑approved audits using data and artificial intelligence tools as appropriate.
• Manage and develop audit staff through effective work assignments, coaching, performance feedback, team building, and an open, communicative work environment.
• Review work papers, test results, and draft reports to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with department methodology, and work collaboratively with management to define timely control remediations.
• Present audit results and interact effectively with all levels of management, including executive leadership.
• Coordinate with external auditors and other assurance functions, monitor developments in healthcare and technology risk, and elevate significant issues to the Chief Audit Executive in a timely manner.

• Education:
  
  Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Healthcare Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  Seven years of internal or external audit experience in a complex environment with at least one year at a supervisory or management level. At least three years leading audit engagements, supervising staff, or overseeing co‑sourced audit work is preferred.
• Licensure:
  Professional audit certification such as a CPA or CIA. Other relevant certifications (CISA, CFE, CHC, CHFP) will also be considered.

• Knowledge of internal audit standards, internal controls, risk assessment, and risk‑based audit planning, with familiarity with healthcare reimbursement, privacy and security, research compliance, and other key risk areas in academic medical centers.
• Experience leading financial, operational, compliance, and technology‑related audits in a healthcare or other highly regulated environment.
• Experience directing audit work across both internal staff and co‑sourced resources.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally, including presenting to and working effectively with all levels of management and executive leadership.
• Experience using data analytics, artificial intelligence, and other technology‑enabled tools in audit work and day‑to‑day operations.

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The role may require occasional travel to attend meetings and programs.

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. This is an exempt‑level, benefited position.

Charlottesville, VA. Hybrid work may be considered based on business needs and job performance, in accordance with UVA’s remote work guidelines.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.