Internal Audit Senior

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas•New York, MO

2d•$99,440 - $124,300•Hybrid

About The Position

The Internal Audit Senior is a key contributor and leader in conducting internal audits for the organization including financial, operational, technology, risk, and strategy-focused audits. They are a change agent for the organization by providing objective evaluations of the internal systems and processes to identify areas of risk and operational and/or technology efficiency. This role collaborates across the organization and within the department to review existing practices, develop plans, increase operational efficiency, and protect customer/employee/member value. They build upon and broaden business knowledge with exposure to the entire organization, including access and exposure to all levels of management.

Requirements

Proven ability to take initiative, solve problems and drive continuous process improvements required.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong understanding of enterprise risk management principles and the ability to assess inherent and residual risk across business and technology processes.
Working knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, technology risk management, IT General Controls, cloud computing environments and information security concepts.
Ability to gather information from a variety of sources, analyze complex issues, and communicate recommendations in a clear and practical manner.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound professional judgment.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field required.
Experience in audit or consulting preferred.
Experience in data analytics and/or IT General Controls (ITGCs), technology risk, or information systems auditing preferred.
Relevant certification such as Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, or Certified Public Accountant preferred.
Minimum five years’ experience in audit or consulting preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute risk-based audits and advisory engagements to evaluate financial, operational, compliance, and technology-related processes and controls.
Evaluate business processes, risks, and internal controls to identify control gaps, operational inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
Develop audit scopes, objectives, work programs, and testing procedures based on identified risks and organizational priorities.
Perform process walkthroughs, interviews, control testing, and data analysis to assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
Prepare high-quality audit workpapers, flowcharts, narratives, reports, and recommendations to document audit procedures and results.
Present audit results, recommendations, and risk insights to management and business partners both verbally and in writing.
Follow up on management corrective action plans and validate the effectiveness of remediation efforts.
Assist with identifying cybersecurity, privacy, and emerging technology risks, including cloud services, third-party service providers, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation initiatives.
Lead and supports reviews of technology risks and controls, including IT General Controls (ITGCs), user access, change management, and information security processes.
Utilizes data analytics and technology-enabled audit techniques to enhance audit coverage, testing efficiency, and risk identification.
Provide risk, control, and advisory guidance to business partners, project teams, and organizational initiatives while acting as a trusted advisor and representative of Internal Audit Services.