Senior Auditor - Harris Health

Auditor • Houston, TX

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Harris Health Internal Audit team within the Harris County Auditor’s Office is seeking an experienced, motivated, and collaborative Senior Auditor. The team provides the designated internal audit function for Harris Health, a public healthcare safety-net provider serving Harris County residents. The Senior Auditor applies audit expertise to strengthen accountability, improve operational effectiveness, and promote public trust in the healthcare system.

Under the direct leadership of the Audit Manager, with support from the Chief Assistant, the Senior Auditor plans and conducts engagements, evaluates processes and controls, prepares workpapers, and contributes to evidence-based audit reports. The role involves working with audit colleagues and client leadership, conducting procedures at clinical and administrative locations—including correctional healthcare settings—and mentoring junior staff. The position is hybrid, with at least three days per week on-site based on operational needs, and requires travel to locations within Harris County.

Requirements

• Three to five years of healthcare industry experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related subject from an accredited college or university.
• Highly effective project management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Understanding of IIA Global Internal Audit Standards, other applicable professional standards and frameworks, and policies and procedures.
• Ability to think critically and accurately analyze complex issues and information.
• Knowledge of CMS Conditions of Participation, state and federal healthcare regulations, HIPAA, and healthcare accreditation standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, electronic workpapers, and enterprise resource planning systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and consistently meet deadlines.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Ability to exercise judgment, discretion, and confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to take on additional tasks and projects outside core areas of expertise.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and push, pull, lift, or carry up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant professional certification, such as CIA, CPA, CHIAP, CISA, or CFE; CIA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan audit engagements by assessing relevant risks, identifying key controls, defining scope and objectives, and developing appropriate procedures.
• Evaluate internal controls, financial information, and compliance with policies, procedures, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Prepare timely, clear, concise, complete, accurate, and well-organized workpapers in accordance with IIA Global Internal Audit Standards, Yellow Book standards, and Internal Audit division guidelines.
• Identify root causes of control or process deficiencies and draft audit findings and actionable recommendations.
• Communicate and collaborate with the audit team and clients, present information, solicit client feedback, and coordinate audit activities to minimize disruption to daily operations.
• Conduct on-site audit procedures at Harris Health clinical facilities, administrative offices, specialized service areas, and correctional healthcare settings.
• Mentor junior staff and explore tools and techniques to improve audit efficiency.
• Travel to various locations within Harris County.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits, including a zero-premium medical plan for employees and affordable coverage options for spouses and dependents.
• Outstanding retirement program.
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• 11 paid holidays and one floating holiday.
• Subsidized transit or commute assistance.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer status.
• Corporate discounts and memberships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior