Senior Internal Auditor - Flexible Hybrid / Remote

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

6 weeks paid parental leave

401(k) plan matching up to 5%

Tuition reimbursement

Health & fitness benefits

Job summary

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is seeking an Internal Audit Senior to lead risk-based audits across financial, operational, and technology domains. You will guide audit programs, engage with management, and drive operational efficiency while safeguarding member value.

The role involves collaboration across departments, reviewing practices, and delivering clear recommendations. Remote/hybrid/onsite work options align with Telecommuting Policy, with a focus on risk and control improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• Experience in audit or consulting preferred.
• Experience in data analytics and/or IT General Controls (ITGCs), technology risk, or information systems auditing preferred.
• Relevant certification such as Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, or Certified Public Accountant preferred.
• Minimum five years' experience in audit or consulting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk-based audits and advisory engagements to evaluate financial, operational, compliance, and technology-related processes and controls.
• Evaluate business processes, risks, and internal controls to identify control gaps, operational inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop audit scopes, objectives, work programs, and testing procedures based on identified risks and organizational priorities.
• Perform process walkthroughs, interviews, control testing, and data analysis to assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Prepare high-quality audit workpapers, flowcharts, narratives, reports, and recommendations to document audit procedures and results.
• Present audit results, recommendations, and risk insights to management and business partners both verbally and in writing.

Skills

Initiative & problem solving

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Independent & collaborative work

Communication skills

Risk management

Cybersecurity knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

CISA/CIA/CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is seeking an Internal Audit Senior to lead risk-based audits across financial, operational, and technology domains. You will guide audit programs, engage with management, and drive operational efficiency while safeguarding member value.

The role involves collaboration across departments, reviewing practices, and delivering clear recommendations. Remote/hybrid/onsite work options align with Telecommuting Policy, with a focus on risk and control improvements.