Manager, Internal Controls Compliance

UVA Health; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

HSA/FSA

Job summary

UVA Health seeks an Internal Controls Compliance Manager to design, implement, and monitor a COSO-aligned internal control environment and ARMICS compliance across financial and operational processes. This role ensures audit readiness and strengthens risk management practices in collaboration with Finance, IT, and Operations.

You will lead governance, risk assessments, ITGC awareness with ERP systems such as Workday and PeopleSoft, and develop KPIs and dashboards for leadership while promoting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• 6+ years of relevant experience, including 2+ years in formal management.
• Experience with COSO framework and ARMICS preferred.
• Experience coordinating with internal and external auditors and supporting audit activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain COSO-aligned internal controls across finance and operations.
• Coordinate ARMICS submissions and support management responses.
• Perform enterprise- and process-level risk assessments to identify control gaps.
• Develop training programs on internal controls, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Establish KCIs and dashboards for leadership to monitor control effectiveness.
• Embed controls into key business processes in partnership with Finance, Operations, IT, and Audit.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Audit coordination

COSO framework knowledge

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Workday

PeopleSoft

Job description

The Internal Controls Compliance Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring a robust internal control environment aligned with the COSO Framework and state regulatory requirements. This role ensures compliance with ARMICS standards, strengthens risk management practices, and supports audit readiness across financial and operational processes.

Internal Control Framework & Governance

• Lead the design, implementation, governance, and maintenance of internal controls in alignment with the COSO Framework (control environment, risk assessment, control activities, information & communication, monitoring).
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including narratives, flowcharts, and risk-control matrices (RCMs), ensuring documentation supports audit readiness.
• Partner with finance, operations, IT, and Internal Audit to embed controls into key business processes.
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Workday, PeopleSoft) and understanding of IT general controls (ITGCs). This role will support setting up internal controls governance structure during Workday ERP implementation.

ARMICS Compliance & Reporting

• Coordinate annual ARMICS submissions in accordance with Commonwealth of Virginia requirements.
• Perform risk assessments and support certification of internal controls over financial and operational processes, including coordination of management responses.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation supporting agency head certifications.

Risk Assessment & Monitoring

• Conduct enterprise-level and process-level risk assessments to identify control gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor remediation of identified deficiencies and track progress to closure, working collaboratively with process owners to ensure sustainable corrective actions.
• Establish key control indicators (KCIs) and reporting dashboards for leadership.

Training & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and deliver training programs on internal controls, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of control processes through process optimization, automation, and standardization where appropriate.
• Promote a culture of accountability and risk awareness across the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven ability to manage cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders.
• Direct experience with ARMICS compliance and filings, preferably within a Virginia public institution such as the University of Virginia.
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Workday, PeopleSoft) and understanding of IT general controls (ITGCs).
• Experience coordinating with internal and external auditors and supporting audit activities.

Core Competencies

• Deep understanding of risk and control concepts with a pragmatic approach
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• High attention to detail with the ability to see the big picture
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

What Success Looks Like

• Clean, well-documented control environment aligned with COSO principles
• Timely and accurate ARMICS certification with no significant deficiencies
• Strong partnership with finance, operations, and audit teams
• Reduced audit findings and improved process consistency
• Increased leadership confidence in internal controls and reporting integrity

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.

Experience: 6+ years of relevant experience, to include 2+ years of formal management experience required.

Licensure: None

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree strongly preferred.

Experience: Strong working knowledge of the COSO Framework and its practical application.

Licensure: CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred.

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The pay range for this role is $100,000.00 - $152,840.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world‑class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children’s hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

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.