Director, Internal Operations and Technology Audit

Delta Dental•Oakland, CA

About The Position

The Director Internal Audit will be responsible for directing and coordinating a comprehensive program of internal auditing within the Dentegra Group enterprise. The position is responsible for ensuring Internal Audit is closely aligned with industry best practices, preparing and implementing a risk-based audit plan, partnering with external auditors, and assessing compliance with Model Audit Rule requirements. The incumbent also provides internal control consulting expertise, and performs special projects and investigations as needed.

Requirements

12+ years of audit experience w/ 3+ years leading direct reports.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems.
Strong knowledge of computer hardware, software, networks, systems and applications.
Comprehensive knowledge of auditing principles and techniques.
Mastery of information systems governance (COBIT, ITIL) and internal control (COSO) principles.
Mastery of accounting (GAAP) and internal control (COSO) principles.
Strong organization, time management and project management skills and multi-tasking abilities.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to formulate and communicate recommendations for improvement.
Experience with Sarbanes Oxley and/or Model Audit Rule compliance.
Outstanding mathematical skills, detail orientation and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge and application of English grammar including composition, editing and proofreading skills.
Ability to travel 1-2x per year to visit East Coast offices.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree is preferred.
Knowledge of health care industry issues is preferred.
Knowledge of Delta Dental products, policies, claims, eligibility and underwriting guidelines.
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). Pref'
CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional. Pref'
Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Pref'
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). Pref'

Responsibilities

Manages and develops Internal Audit staff to achieve department objectives including determining staffing needs, setting goals, interviewing, selecting, coaching, and evaluating the performance of all direct reports.
Ensures staff is trained and works with department and/or enterprise trainer to develop written training materials and procedures.
Promotes a constructive work environment to accomplish work and meet customer demands.
Evaluates work/project requests to determine feasibility and appropriate department resourcing.
Ensures work and projects are completed within schedules and budgets and takes corrective actions, as needed.
Develops, monitors, and reconciles an annual operating plan and budget.
Establishes departmental goals and objectives that support the corporate mission and goals and ensure individual performance goals support departmental goals.
Measures and monitors the status of goal achievement.
Coordinates or facilitates problem-solving meetings among department, division and enterprise-wide staff, as appropriate.
Facilitates resolution of escalated problems or issues.
Analyzes and researches advanced financial and operational issues.
Provides overall coordination between Internal Audit and enterprise external auditors