Internal Assurance Lead, Healthcare Audit

Banner Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, financial and securityBenefits

Management Incentive Program

Total Rewards package

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking a senior leader for Internal Audit to guide governance, risk management, and control processes. You will direct audit activities, manage staff and external resources, and present findings to the Audit Committee.

The role requires extensive healthcare audit experience, professional certifications, and a track record of improving controls and compliance across a large organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive internal audit experience with expertise in governance and risk management.
• At least 10 years in a healthcare system setting or large multi-operational environment.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CHIAP, CFE, CISA or CPA are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead risk-based internal audit plans aligned with Banner goals and regulatory requirements.
• Direct, supervise and evaluate internal audit staff and external resources; manage budget.
• Advise senior management on control frameworks and operational efficiencies.
• Coordinate with external auditors and lead Audit Committee reporting.
• Establish policies, controls, and quality assurance for audit activities.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or relevant field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Banner Health is seeking a senior leader for Internal Audit to guide governance, risk management, and control processes. You will direct audit activities, manage staff and external resources, and present findings to the Audit Committee.

The role requires extensive healthcare audit experience, professional certifications, and a track record of improving controls and compliance across a large organization.