MAR Audit Lead - Healthcare Controls & Compliance

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. is seeking a Senior Audit Specialist to lead MAR evaluations, regulatory readiness reviews, and risk-based operational audits.

You will evaluate key business and IT processes, identify operational and compliance risks, and partner with leaders to build control consciousness. The role offers visibility into enterprise operations and supports financial reporting and compliance commitments.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of audit experience in public accounting, internal audit, or risk advisory.
• Healthcare or managed care experience is preferred but not required.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or active pursuit is strongly preferred.
• General understanding of business operations, health plan administration, financial reporting workflows, and IT general controls (ITGCs).

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and support MAR reviews, operational audits, and IT control testing.
• Evaluate core business operations across claims, enrollment, premiums, pricing, accounting, and IT.
• Synthesize audit findings and prepare workpapers and reports with clear, actionable recommendations.
• Conduct remediation follow-ups with management to ensure timely closure of findings.
• Manage multiple audit projects with tight deliverables and identify methodological improvements.

Skills

Analytical & Critical Thinking

Internal Controls Acumen

Communication & Influencing

Organization & Time Management

Technical Aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audit software (Optro)

Tableau/Power BI/SQL/SAS

Job description

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. is seeking a Senior Audit Specialist to lead MAR evaluations, regulatory readiness reviews, and risk-based operational audits.

You will evaluate key business and IT processes, identify operational and compliance risks, and partner with leaders to build control consciousness. The role offers visibility into enterprise operations and supports financial reporting and compliance commitments.