Sr. Underwriting Compliance Auditor

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee•Chattanooga, TN

1d•Remote

About The Position

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is recruiting top talent to join their Underwriting Compliance Auditor organization. These remote-first teams play a critical role in supporting the well-being of 3.4 million customers. The Sr. Underwriting Compliance Auditor supports the underwriting audit function by reviewing underwriting files and group tax documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with underwriting guidelines, regulatory requirements and internal policies. This role is ideal for individuals who are highly detail-oriented and interested in building a career in underwriting, compliance or audit operations. This is a remote role with occasional travel to BCBST headquarters in Chattanooga, TN. Sponsorship is not available for this role. BCBST fosters a culture where innovation is encouraged, including using AI enabled tools responsibly to support everyday work, guided by proven workflows, templates, and policies. As roles become more advanced, employees are expected to leverage AI more broadly to transform how they serve members. As Tennessee's largest health benefit plan company, BCBST has been helping Tennesseans find their own unique paths to good health since 1945. They empower employees to thrive both independently and collaboratively, creating a collective impact on the lives of their members. They seek talented individuals who excel in a team environment, share responsibility, and embrace accountability. Candidates should be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including Microsoft Teams, organized, and capable of managing multiple assignments or projects simultaneously. Strong interpersonal abilities along with strong oral and written communication skills are important across all roles at BCBST. BCBST is a remote-first organization with many employees working primarily from their homes. Each position within the company is classified as either fully remote, partially remote, or office based. BCBST hires employees for remote positions from across the U.S. with the exception of California, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and New York. Applicants living in these states may move to an approved state prior to starting a position with BCBST at their own expense. If the position requires the individual to reside in Chattanooga, TN, they may be eligible for relocation assistance.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
3 years – Experience in underwriting, underwriting audit, compliance, quality review, and/or basic business employee tax filing requirements/accounting/payroll experience
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to interpret and apply underwriting guidelines and policies
Ability to work independently while managing multiple audits/deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including Microsoft Teams
Organized, and capable of managing multiple assignments or projects simultaneously
Strong interpersonal abilities
Strong oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Ability to follow established procedures and apply guidelines consistently
Internal candidates with FACETS experience

Responsibilities

Conduct audits of underwriting files, including applications, tax documentation, financial statements, and supporting records
Review tax forms (e.g., wage reports, payroll records, business tax filings) to validate group eligibility, enrollment, or rating criteria
Ensure underwriting decisions comply with internal guidelines, regulatory standards, and compliance policies
Identify discrepancies, documentation gaps, errors, or policy exceptions in underwriting determinations
Communicate audit results to Marketing, Underwriting, compliance, and leadership teams, including recommended corrective actions
Document audit findings clearly and maintain complete audit workpapers
Support follow‑up audits, corrective action plans, and appeals or reconsiderations
Maintain knowledge of underwriting rules, tax documentation requirements, and regulatory changes (i.e. ACA, ERISA, TN state law, IRS rules)
Track audit trends and recommend process improvements or training opportunities
Mentor and assist Underwriting Auditors with complex and sensitive audits as well as assist with quality audits of other auditors using quality-related metrics