Compliance Auditor

Connect Search, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing healthcare services consulting firm is seeking a Compliance Auditor to oversee internal compliance audits and ensure adherence to regulations. This role involves developing policies, tracking staff training, and communicating findings. The position is fully remote, with preference for candidates in Pacific, Mountain, and Central time zones. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a relevant degree. Experience in compliance auditing is essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of compliance auditing experience.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience overseeing training programs and tracking compliance effectiveness.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, especially in drafting policy and reporting.
• Experience overseeing training programs and tracking compliance effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute comprehensive internal compliance audits.
• Draft, review, and maintain policies and procedures.
• Design and implement compliance training programs.
• Detect compliance gaps and recommend corrective action.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations.
• Stay informed of changes to relevant laws and regulations.

Skills

Compliance auditing experience

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Training program oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field

Job description

Our client, a growing healthcare services consulting firm, is seeking a Compliance Auditor. In this role you’ll plan and execute comprehensive internal compliance audits to ensure adherence to external regulations, internal policies, and industry standards. You'll also develop and update policies and procedures, monitor staff training progress, and communicate findings and recommendations to leadership. This is a fully remote position with preference for candidates in Pacific, Mountain and Central time zones.

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance Audits & Risk Assessments: Plan and conduct internal audits focused on contracts, HIPAA Privacy & Security Rule and related healthcare compliance areas, state privacy frameworks, and related internal controls. Analyze operational data to assess risk exposure and identify areas of non-compliance.
• Policy & Procedure Development: Draft, review, and maintain policies and procedures that reflect applicable laws, industry regulations, and organizational standards.
• Training Oversight & Tracking: Design and implement compliance training programs for staff. Track and report on employee training completion and effectiveness.
• Issue Identification & Remediation: Detect compliance gaps and recommend corrective action plans. Follow up on audit findings to confirm remediation measures are completed and effective.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations. Present audit results to executive leadership and collaborate on implementation strategies.
• Regulatory Monitoring & Updates: Stay informed of changes to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Proactively update policies, procedures, and training programs to reflect updates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• Proven compliance auditing experience (typically 3–5+ years).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, especially in drafting policy and reporting.
• Experience overseeing training programs and tracking compliance effectiveness.

Preferred Credentials

• Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP), or equivalent.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks like HIPAA, ISO, or industry-specific regulations.