Internal Audit Project Manager

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital•Memphis, TN

1d•$78,000 - $139,360

About The Position

At St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, every role contributes to advancing cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. The Internal Audit Project Manager helps safeguard and strengthen the processes, systems, and controls supporting the institution’s work. The role leads end-to-end internal audit projects evaluating operational, financial, compliance, strategic, and research-related processes across St. Jude. Working with stakeholders in clinical, research, and administrative functions, the Project Manager identifies risks, supports meaningful improvements, and provides insights for informed decision-making and organizational excellence. The Internal Audit team works collaboratively and emphasizes partnership, relationship-building, and trusted advisory services rather than a solely compliance-focused approach. The successful candidate communicates effectively and builds relationships with leaders and subject matter experts at all levels. The role requires strong interviewing and writing skills, executive presence, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and adaptability to changing business needs. Experience with data analytics tools such as Power BI, coding or digital technologies, and interest in using AI to enhance audit effectiveness are valued. Experience in healthcare, finance, research, or other complex organizational settings is a plus.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting/auditing, business administration, operations management, or a related field.
At least 5 years of auditing experience or public accounting experience serving clients.
Experience leading or managing projects end-to-end, including planning, scoping, fieldwork, and reporting.
Some experience working with cross-functional teams and relevant stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
Proven performance in an earlier role.
Strong communication, interviewing, and writing skills; relationship-building ability and executive presence.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Experience with audit management software or audit data analysis software.
Experience with data analytics tools such as Power BI; familiarity with coding or digital technologies; and interest in leveraging AI to enhance audit effectiveness.
Experience in healthcare, finance, research, or other complex organizational environments.
Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE.

Responsibilities

Perform end-to-end audits, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and post-audit activities.
Gather background information and assist with audit planning and scoping in conjunction with Audit Leadership; discuss proposed scopes with the Internal Audit Leadership team.
Organize and conduct entrance conferences with key stakeholders and solicit management concerns regarding the activity under audit.
Meet with department leaders to review management control systems, identify and evaluate key control points, and consider significant risks and risk-management methods.
Obtain or prepare process flowcharts as appropriate and assess compliance with policies, plans, standards, laws, and regulations that could significantly affect operations.
Evaluate achievement of established goals and objectives and the use of internal performance monitors.
Make judgments about key internal controls and risk areas, develop audit programs, consider indicators of potential fraud, and update programs to reflect significant changes during an audit.
Keep Audit Leadership informed of audit project progress.
Obtain, analyze, and appraise data to form an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system being reviewed; seek input on data sources and analytical approaches as needed.
Use automated tools to extract and analyze data and document audit conclusions in workpapers.
Discuss conclusions with Audit Leadership and conduct preliminary discussions of identified deficiencies with operating personnel to verify facts and obtain explanations.
Document concerns relevant to other audits on the annual plan or the annual risk assessment.
Summarize findings and recommendations and prepare audit reports.
Under Audit Leadership supervision, discuss draft documents with department leadership at an exit conference; solicit written responses with clear action plans and implementation dates and incorporate them into the final report.
Manage the completeness and relevance of management’s written responses.
Perform special projects and investigations as directed by management or the Audit & Compliance Committee of the Board of Governors.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders to assess the adequacy of corrective actions taken to improve internal controls.
Contribute to the annual risk assessment through interviews and analysis.
Develop and maintain relationships across the institution.
Maintain focus on professional development and continuing professional education.
Perform other related duties as assigned or directed to meet departmental and institutional goals and objectives.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.