Senior External Audit Lead — Compliance & Strategy

Capital Blue Cross; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Blue Cross is seeking an experienced audit professional to lead external audits, coordinate with regulators, and drive compliance across Capital's operations, including pharmacy workflows. The role requires deep knowledge of audit processes, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership.

The position emphasizes managing complex audit projects, ensuring timely documentation, and guiding internal teams through audit cycles to meet

Qualifications

• Experience leading external audits and regulatory examinations.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple business units and with external auditors.
• Strong written and verbal communication; capable of presenting findings to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead external audit projects including group benefit examinations and audits.
• Serve as primary liaison between external auditors and Capital operational areas.
• Track and manage audit deliverables ensuring timely completion and documentation.
• Provide training to internal teams on engaging with external auditors and addressing audit exceptions.
• Recommend and develop department policy and procedures to improve audit outcomes.
• Maintain relationships with external auditors and ensure adherence to Capital standards.

Skills

Auditing expertise

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audit tracking tools

ERP systems

Job description

Capital Blue Cross is seeking an experienced audit professional to lead external audits, coordinate with regulators, and drive compliance across Capital's operations, including pharmacy workflows. The role requires deep knowledge of audit processes, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership.

The position emphasizes managing complex audit projects, ensuring timely documentation, and guiding internal teams through audit cycles to meet