Senior Internal Auditor - Hybrid, Data-Driven & Healthcare

Astrana-Health-1; Alhambra (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrana Health is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to support enterprise-wide, risk-based audits spanning operational, IT, financial, and compliance areas. You will partner with leadership to plan, execute, and report on audits, exercising independence with proactive investigation and evidence-based conclusions.

This role emphasizes collaboration across departments, data analytics use, and adherence to healthcare regulatory standards. The position is hybrid with in-office work at 1668 S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in auditing, business, or a related field.
• 4+ years of relevant experience (e.g., internal audit, public accounting, SOX, compliance, or healthcare operations).
• Working knowledge of Internal Audit professional standards (i.e., The IIA), COSO, and risk assessment practices.
• Working knowledge of information technology and cybersecurity risks and controls.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to grasp complex processes, think critically to assess risks and glean relevant insights.
• Proficiency in data analytic skills and a willingness to apply technology and automation to enhance audit work and insights.

Responsibilities

• Assist Internal Audit leadership in developing and executing on the annual enterprise-wide, risk-based audit plans.
• Identify relevant and emerging risks, control objectives, and existing controls using COSO and other leading-practice resources; apply accepted risk assessment techniques to propose appropriate audit scope and objectives.
• Perform and lead audits from planning through reporting, including risk assessment, process and control walkthroughs, evaluation of control design, development of test plans, independent testing procedures and analyses, and organized documentation.
• Interview stakeholders, gather and evaluate relevant information and support, and document key details to support sound, evidence-based conclusions.
• Analyze the significance of test results; assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls; and identify and document audit issues, root causes, and risk implications.
• Leverage data analytics, technology tools (including authorized emerging AI-enabled capabilities), and automation to maximize efficiency while obtaining deep insights.
• Manage timelines and deadlines for effective and efficient completion of audit activities.
• Communicate audit results through clear, concise written reports and oral presentations.
• Provide practical, cost-conscious, value-added recommendations for strengthening the control environment and implementing leading practices.
• Track the progress of management action and mitigation plans from completed audits through regular follow-up and validation.
• Lead effective discussions and meetings with stakeholders throughout the audit lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
• Without assuming management responsibilities, participate in special projects or ad hoc engagements that are consultative or advisory in nature.
• Stay current on evolving healthcare risks, regulatory requirements, and standards; contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodologies, tools, and technology.

Skills

Auditing

Internal controls

Data analytics

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in auditing, business, or related field

Tools

Audit management software

Data analytics tools

GRC tools

ERP systems

COSO framework

IIA standards

Job description

Astrana Health is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to support enterprise-wide, risk-based audits spanning operational, IT, financial, and compliance areas. You will partner with leadership to plan, execute, and report on audits, exercising independence with proactive investigation and evidence-based conclusions.

This role emphasizes collaboration across departments, data analytics use, and adherence to healthcare regulatory standards. The position is hybrid with in-office work at 1668 S.