Director of Internal Audit - Capital Health Plan

Another Source•Tallahassee, FL

2d•$150,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

As the Internal Audit Director, you will lead both the strategy and day-to-day operations of Capital Health Plan’s (CHP) Internal Audit function. Reporting to the CFO and Audit Committee, you will have the opportunity to shape audit priorities, advise organizational leaders, and ensure the function remains aligned with Global Internal Audit Standards. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on involvement. You will develop risk assessments and audit plans, oversee and perform audits and advisory engagements, lead the Internal Audit team, and maintain a strong Quality Assurance and Improvement Program. You will serve as a trusted advisor who can translate complex findings into practical recommendations and work collaboratively with leaders to strengthen the organization. This is a leadership opportunity reporting to the CFO and Audit Committee, with responsibility for setting the strategic direction of the organization’s Internal Audit function. Capital Health Plan is a not-for-profit health care organization that has served the Florida Panhandle since 1982, delivering high-quality, affordable, and patient-centered care. CHP’s employees are essential to its continued success, and their passion, motivation, and commitment have helped build the organization’s reputation for excellence and member satisfaction. Whether delivering direct care, supporting patients, or ensuring smooth operations behind the scenes, every team member plays an important role in fulfilling CHP’s mission to improve the health of the communities it serves. Capital Health Plan is committed to fostering a professional, respectful, and inclusive workplace where employees are valued, supported in their growth, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. For an experienced audit leader, this is an opportunity to bring your expertise into a complex healthcare environment where Internal Audit has visibility across the organization. You’ll work with senior management, the Audit Committee, external auditors, and operational leaders while helping CHP continue to strengthen its approach to risk, compliance, controls, and organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

College or university education equivalent to a fifth-year program certificate, combined with a minimum of five (5) years of related experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
At least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Current Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential required.
Strong knowledge of Global Internal Audit Standards and leading internal audit practices.
Knowledge of IT audit tools, techniques, and technology-enabled audit practices.
Experience using Excel, Arbutus, or other data analysis software.
Strong analytical judgment with the ability to define problems, evaluate complex information, identify risks, and draw well-supported conclusions.
Ability to interpret complex financial and healthcare-related information, including provider and facility claims, contracts, and medical authorizations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex or sensitive matters effectively with senior management, public groups, and boards of directors.
Demonstrated ability to build constructive working relationships with business partners while maintaining appropriate audit independence.
Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.

Nice To Haves

Seven (7) years of related experience is preferred.
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and day-to-day leadership for the Internal Audit function, including its people, budget, training requirements, technology, and electronic workpaper environment.
Lead, develop, and support Internal Audit staff through hiring, training, coaching, work assignments, performance management, and professional development.
Develop annual organizational risk assessments and translate findings into annual and long-term audit plans.
Monitor progress against the annual audit plan, adjusting priorities as organizational risks and needs evolve.
Plan, coordinate, supervise, and perform audits, reviews, advisory engagements, and special projects requested by senior management.
Review audit work to ensure consistency with engagement objectives, scope, and Global Internal Audit Standards.
Develop and maintain the Internal Audit Strategic Plan, along with the policies and procedures needed to support the function’s vision and objectives.
Lead CHP’s Internal Audit Quality Assurance and Improvement Program and demonstrate conformance with Global Internal Audit Standards.
Provide ongoing reporting and insight to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors in accordance with the Audit Committee and Internal Audit Charters.
Identify control or process deficiencies, recommend corrective action, and monitor management’s response through resolution.
Elevate situations in which management has accepted risk exceeding CHP’s established risk tolerance.
Partner with external audit entities to coordinate audit activity and minimize unnecessary duplication of effort.
Build productive relationships across the organization while maintaining the independence, objectivity, discretion, and judgment required of the Internal Audit function.