Senior Internal Auditor

Acadia Healthcare; Franklin (TN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Life and AD&D Insurance

EAP and mental wellness resources

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to perform internal audits and SOX testing across corporate and facility operations. The role leads audits, evaluates controls, and partners with leaders to drive process improvements and operational excellence.

Hybrid work model with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote in Franklin, TN. The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of audit experience, CPA preferred or eligible, and strong analytical and communication skills to interact with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA Certification is preferred; CPA eligibility is required.
• 2-5 years of audit and accounting experience, healthcare experience preferred.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial, operational, and SOX related audits.
• Assess internal controls and propose process improvements.
• Manage multiple audits and teams across functions.
• Prepare audit work papers and formal reports.
• Follow up on audit issues and track corrective actions.
• Collaborate with management to improve efficiency and controls.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory developments.

Skills

SOX compliance

Risk management

Audit testing

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Senior Internal Auditor

Hybrid: 3 days in office 2 days remote

Location: Franklin TN

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Internal Auditor to join our team. This role is responsible for executing internal audits and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing across corporate and facility operations. You will lead and support audits of varying complexity, assess internal controls, and partner with business leaders to drive process improvements and operational excellence.

Why Join Us?

You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by strengthening internal controls, improving business processes, and collaborating with cross-functional leaders in a dynamic environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong knowledge of internal audit practices, SOX compliance, and risk management
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Leadership experience with the ability to guide and develop team members

What We’re Looking For

• Strong knowledge of internal audit practices, SOX compliance, and risk management
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Leadership experience with the ability to guide and develop team members

Compensation & Benefits

We value your expertise and dedication—and we invest in your success.

• Competitive Base Salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and recognized holidays
• Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental wellness resources

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform assignments requiring understanding and application of audit principles, practices and concepts.
• Lead financial, operational, and Sarbanes-Oxley related audits.
• Manage multiple staff and concurrent audits.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Follow-up on audit issues to determine adequacy of corrective action.
• Review transactions, documents, records, reports, and procedures and prepare prescribed audit work papers that record and summarize the data from the assigned audit.
• Assist in providing consulting services to management to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Company’s processes.
• Prepare summarization of audit findings and preparation of formal audit reports.
• Prepare special studies and projects as assigned.
• Maintain continuous awareness of the latest developments, best practices and trends in the functional areas of responsibility

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

STANDARD EXPECTATIONS:

• Complies with organizational policies, procedures, performance improvement initiatives and maintains organizational and industry policies regarding confidentiality.
• Communicate clearly and effectively to person(s) receiving services and their family members, guests and other members of the health care team.
• Develops constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintains them over time.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA Certification is preferred; CPA eligibility is required.
• 2-5 years of audit and accounting experience required, preferably in public accounting and healthcare.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office; especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of office administration procedures with the ability to operate most standard office equipment.
• Ability to work professionally with sensitive, proprietary data & information while maintaining confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels; both internal and external.
• Exercises sound judgment in responding to inquiries; understands when to route inquiries to next level.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and superior attention to detail.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously within inflexible time frames. Ability to adapt to frequent priority changes.
• Capable of working within established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the organization.
• English sufficient to provide and receive instructions/directions.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• PREFERRED: CPA

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

This position is an Individual Contributor

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

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