Director, Internal Audit

Centurion Health; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a Director of Internal Audit to establish and lead a best-in-class internal audit function within our Corporate Finance team. The role focuses on designing risk-based audit plans, strengthening controls, and ensuring regulatory compliance across healthcare operations.

You will lead a diverse team, develop audit roadmaps, and partner with Compliance and Legal to address investigations and regulatory inquiries, while reporting to the Controller.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• Minimum of 10 years of auditing experience.
• Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role.
• MBA or master’s degree preferred.
• CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent certification required.
• Healthcare industry experience preferred.
• Travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a best-in-class internal audit function.
• Develop risk-based internal audit plans and roadmaps.
• Oversee audits across operations, IT, finance and compliance.
• Ensure HIPAA, CMS and state regulatory compliance.
• Strengthen internal controls and COSO framework adherence.
• Provide advisory services and process improvement recommendations.
• Lead reporting to executive leadership and the Controller.
• Leverage data analytics to enhance audit coverage and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

MBA or master’s in finance

CPA/CIA/CISA or equivalent

Tools

Dynamics 365 Business Central

Excel

Job description

Centurion is proud to be a leading provider of comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and community mental health centers nationwide.a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;}We are currently seeking a Director of Internal Audit to join our Corporate Finance team.The Director of Internal Audit will establish and lead a best-in-class internal audit function for MHM Services, Inc dba Centurion Equity, Inc. This role is responsible for designing audit frameworks, implementing risk-based audit plans, ensuring regulatory compliance (including healthcare-specific regulations), and strengthening internal controls across the organization. The Director will act as a strategic advisor to executive leadership and will report to the Controller.1. Build & Lead Internal Audit FunctionDesign and implement the internal audit charter, policies, and procedures aligned with IIA standards.Establish a risk-based internal audit methodology tailored to healthcare operations.Develop a multi-year internal audit roadmap and annual audit plan.Recruit, train, and lead a high-performing internal audit team.2. Enterprise Risk AssessmentConduct organization-wide risk assessments, including clinical, operational, financial, and compliance risks.Prioritize audit activities based on risk exposure and regulatory requirements.Continuously update risk profiles in response to organizational and industry changes.3. Audit Execution & OversightOversee execution of operational, financial, IT, and compliance audits.Ensure timely delivery of high-quality audit reports with actionable recommendations.Monitor remediation efforts and validate closure of audit findings.4. Healthcare Compliance & Regulatory OversightEnsure compliance with applicable healthcare laws and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, CMS guidelines, state regulations).Partner with Compliance and Legal teams on investigations, audits, and regulatory inquiries.Evaluate effectiveness of compliance programs and controls.5. Internal Controls & GovernanceDesign and assess internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).Support SOX readiness (if applicable) and internal control certifications.Provide advisory services on process improvements and control enhancements.6. Reporting & Stakeholder EngagementReport audit results, risk exposures, and control deficiencies to executive leadership and the Controller.Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management on risk and governance matters.Present insights and trends that inform strategic decision-making.7. Technology & Data AnalyticsImplement audit management systems and data analytics tools.Leverage data to enhance audit coverage, detect anomalies, and improve efficiency.8. Continuous ImprovementEstablish QAIP (Quality Assurance and Improvement Program) for internal audit.Benchmark against industry best practices and regulatory expectations.Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.Minimum of 10 years of experience in auditing.Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role.MBA or master’s degree in finance or related field is preferred.CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent certification is required.Healthcare compliance certifications (e.g., CHC) preferred.Travel is required for this position as needed.Experience in healthcare industry (payer, provider, or corrections healthcare strongly preferred).Proven experience building or transforming an internal audit function.Experience in Dynamics 365 Business Central is preferred.Advanced proficiency in Excel required.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Highly skilled in math, accounting, and financial processes.Strong time management and organizational skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously when needed. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Detail oriented and highly organized.Skilled in time management and the ability to prioritize tasks.Excellent critical thinking skills.Solid understanding of GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley and applicable regulations related to healthcare.Ability to read and understand contracts with adherence to laws and confidentiality guidelines is preferred.