Risk and Controls Specialist

Public Partnerships LLC; Latham (NY); Remote; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Partnerships LLC is seeking a Risk and Controls Specialist to support audit coordination, compliance assurance, and risk management across the enterprise. You will partner with operational teams to strengthen controls, improve audit readiness, and ensure timely follow-up on remediation activities.

The role requires 3+ years in audit coordination or risk management, with healthcare or Medicaid experience preferred and professional certifications such as CHC, CRCM, or Lean Six Sigma

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred in healthcare administration, business, compliance, or related field.
• 3+ years of audit coordination, compliance, quality, operational oversight, or risk management experience.
• Healthcare or Medicaid experience preferred.
• Certification such as CHC, CRCM, Lean Six Sigma preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Audit Coordination & Controls Support across internal, external, SOC audits and regulatory reviews.
• Track deliverables, due dates, evidence, and stakeholder follow-up activities.
• Support risk intake, remediation tracking, and root cause analysis discussions.
• Prepare governance materials and assist with reporting on enterprise risks.

Skills

Internal control principles

Audit methodologies

Project management

Data analytics

Communication

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Audit software tools

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.Our people make all the difference in our success.Public Partnerships LLC supports individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses and aging adults, to remain in their homes and communities and “self” direct their own long-term home care. Our role as the nation’s largest and most experienced Financial Management Service provider is to assist those eligible Medicaid recipients to choose and pay for their own support workers and services within their state-approved personalized budget. We are appointed by states and managed healthcare organizations to better serve more of their residents and members requiring long-term care and ensure the efficient use of taxpayer funded services. Our culture attracts and rewards people who are results-oriented and strive to exceed customer expectations. We desire motivated candidates who are excited to join our fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, and who want to make a difference in helping transform the lives of the consumers we serve. (learn more at www.pplfirst.com).Job SummaryThe Risk and Controls Specialist supports enterprise audit coordination, compliance assurance, risk management, corrective action governance, and operational risk oversight activities. This role functions as a flexible operational resource across the Risk and Assurance team, supporting multiple stages of the risk management lifecycle including audit coordination, risk intake and vetting, remediation tracking, root cause analysis support, governance reporting, and control validation.The Risk and Controls Specialist partners with operational teams and compliance leadership to strengthen organizational controls, improve audit readiness, support proactive risk identification, and ensure timely follow-up and escalation of compliance and operational risk activities.Key ResponsibilitiesAudit Coordination & Controls SupportCoordinate audit and assessment activities, including internal audits, external audits, SOC audits, client requests, and regulatory reviewsTrack audit deliverables, documentation requests, due dates, and stakeholder follow-up activitiesSupport quality review of audit deliverables and evidence submissions to ensure completeness, consistency, and alignment with requirementsMaintain centralized repositories for audit evidence, controls documentation, and remediation activitiesSupport monitoring and tracking of audit findings, recommendations, and corrective action activitiesEscalate overdue deliverables, unresolved findings, or emerging risk concerns as appropriateRisk Intake & Remediation OversightSupport intake and triage of potential non-compliance incidents and operational risk eventsAssist with preliminary risk research and impact assessmentsSupport structured root cause analysis (RCA) activities and remediation discussionsTrack corrective action plans (CAPs), remediation milestones, and prevention activitiesMonitor follow-up activities and support escalation of repeat findings or ineffective remediation effortsAssist with assessment of risk severity, mitigation effectiveness, and escalation needsEnterprise Risk Management SupportSupport enterprise risk management (ERM) activities, including maintenance of risk registers, risk inventories, and tracking toolsParticipate in structured risk interviews and operational risk discussionsAssist with gathering and organizing information related to risk assessments, controls, and mitigation strategiesResearch regulatory expectations, operational requirements, and historical findings to support risk evaluation activitiesSupport ongoing monitoring and tracking of enterprise risks and remediation activitiesReporting & Governance SupportPrepare reports, summaries, dashboards, and governance materials related to audits, remediation activities, and enterprise risksMaintain tracking tools and documentation to support governance reporting and executive oversightSupport preparation for governance committee meetings and leadership reviewsAssist with identifying trends and recurring operational or compliance issuesRequirementsKnowledge of audit coordination, compliance monitoring, risk management, and corrective action processesStrong organizational, analytical, and documentation management skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines across cross-functional stakeholdersStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and follow-throughAbility to identify potential escalation concerns and support risk prioritization activitiesComfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environmentQualificationsEducationAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred in healthcare administration, business, compliance, or related fieldExperience3+ years of audit coordination, compliance, quality, operational oversight, or risk management experienceHealthcare or Medicaid experience preferredExperience supporting remediation tracking, audit readiness, or compliance operations preferredCertificationsCHC, CRCM, Lean Six Sigma, or related certifications preferredRequired Skills:Strong understanding of internal control principles and audit methodologiesExcellent project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple audits simultaneouslyProficiency in data analytics or audit software tools is a plusLeadership: Ability to guide and inspire colleagues, even without formal direct reportsCommunication: Strong written and verbal communication, capable of presenting technical findings to diverse audiencesAnalytical Thinking: Keen attention to detail with a problem-solving mindsetCollaboration: Works well with cross-functional teams, building relationships and driving consensusAdaptability: Comfortable operating in a changing regulatory landscape and remote work environmentAttention to detailpervy to sensitive information for complianceRate: $27.00 - $35.75 hourlyThis role is eligible for a base salary within the posted range. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including skills, experience, and geographic location. Compensation may vary for positions based in high cost-of-labor markets.The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities, or skills of personnel so classifiedPPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PPL, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PPL will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!