Senior Internal Auditor

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor dedicated to enhancing child health through robust internal auditing practices. This role entails leading audits, engaging stakeholders, and supervising audit staff to ensure effective governance and accountability within the organization.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of relevant experience, demonstrating strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. Cincinnati Children's offers a hybrid work environment to promote work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in internal audit, public accounting, risk management, or healthcare operations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform and lead audits from planning through reporting.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and provide recommendations.
• Supervise audit staff and support their development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Technical writing

Job description

Schedule

Hybrid – Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday onsite; Monday and Friday remote.

Job Description

At Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, we are committed to improving child health through excellence in clinical care, research, and education. The Internal Audit function plays a critical role in supporting this mission by strengthening governance, risk management, and internal controls across the organization. We are seeking a Senior Internal Auditor who brings technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a genuine ability to build trust with stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to gain broad insight into the organization’s operations and build meaningful relationships across departments, making it a strong platform for continued professional growth within Cincinnati Children’s.

Responsibilities

Audit Execution & Stakeholder Engagement

• Perform and lead audits from planning through reporting, including risk assessment, control evaluation, testing, and documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and provide practical, value-added recommendations.
• Build strong partnerships with clinical, operational, and administrative teams by fostering open communication and trust.
• Conduct interviews and walkthroughs in a manner that puts stakeholders at ease, encouraging transparency and collaboration.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise the work of audit staff in conducting operational audits of various company processes.
• Provide input to the manager regarding the accuracy and quality of work products produced by Internal Auditors.
• Provide staff auditors with coaching and assistance to onboard new staff.
• Offer coaching, mentorship, and constructive feedback to support staff development.

Continuous Improvement & Advisory

• Stay current on evolving healthcare risks, regulatory requirements, and auditing best practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodologies and tools.
• Provide consultative support on projects, system implementations, and process changes.

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience (e.g., internal audit, public accounting, risk management, legal, or healthcare operations).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in public accounting, internal audit, technical writing, and/or healthcare industry.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA, CHIAP or equivalent).
• Familiarity with healthcare regulatory environments (e.g., HIPAA, CMS, corporate compliance programs).

Key Competencies

• Collaborative & Approachable: Builds strong relationships and creates a comfortable environment for open dialogue.
• Curious Mindset: Seeks to understand processes deeply and asks thoughtful, insightful questions.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic healthcare environment with evolving priorities.
• Critical Thinking: Analyzes complex information and exercises sound judgment.
• Integrity & Objectivity: Upholds the highest ethical standards in alignment with audit principles.

Location

Burnet Campus

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability