Senior Internal Auditor: Risk & Compliance Lead

Virginia.gov; Richmond (AL); On-site; USD 107,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join the Internal Audit Division. The role focuses on independent assurance and consulting activities to strengthen the agency’s controls and performance.

You will plan and conduct risk-based audits, evaluate internal controls, assist with investigations, and prepare clear reports with actionable recommendations, all aligned with IIA Standards and DMAS policies.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience conducting financial, compliance and operational audits.
• Experience in risk assessments to develop audit programs.
• Experience preparing audit workpapers to support conclusions.
• Experience preparing comprehensive audit reports and closing meetings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to interpret federal and state laws and regulations.
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines.
• Strong communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience conducting confidential investigations.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts risk-based audits including financial, compliance, operational, program, and third-party audits.
• Evaluates internal controls and performs risk assessments to mitigate fraud, waste, and abuse.
• Prepares audit reports with findings and recommendations for management.
• Supports investigations and ensures adherence to IIA Standards and professional practices.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk assessment

Audit workpapers

Audit reporting

MS Office

Regulatory knowledge

Deadline-driven

Stakeholder comms

Investigations

Job description

The Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join the Internal Audit Division. The role focuses on independent assurance and consulting activities to strengthen the agency’s controls and performance.

You will plan and conduct risk-based audits, evaluate internal controls, assist with investigations, and prepare clear reports with actionable recommendations, all aligned with IIA Standards and DMAS policies.