Vice President Internal Audit and Compliance

WPS—A health solutions company • Fitchburg, WI

7d • $235,000 - $275,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Our Vice President, Internal Audit and Compliance is responsible for providing strategic direction and oversight for the organization’s audit and compliance programs. This VP leads a high performing team that ensures strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and ethical business practices across a complex healthcare and government contracting environment. They serve as a key advisor to senior leadership, delivering insights on risk, control effectiveness, and emerging compliance issues. This Vice President drives continuous improvement, fosters a culture of integrity, and represents the Audit and Compliance functions in high visibility forums, including presentations to executive leadership and the Audit, Compliance & Risk Committee of the Board.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required due to Department of Defense restrictions
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) or similar designation, or the ability to obtain certification within 2 years of hire.
• 10 or more years of progressively responsible experience in internal audit, compliance, risk management or related disciplines.
• 5 or more years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and governance principles.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly to Executive Leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and tactical levels in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
• High speed cable or fiber internet connection.
• Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working within Health Insurance, Healthcare environments, or federal government contracting.
• Experience with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Defense Health Agency (DHA) or Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
• Experience with conducting investigations.

Responsibilities

• Providing strategic leadership and direction for the Audit and Compliance team, ensuring effective planning, execution, and reporting of all audit and compliance activities.
• Overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of organizational audit and compliance programs, policies, and procedures.
• Assessing enterprise risks and ensuring that appropriate internal controls are designed, implemented, and functioning effectively across the organization.
• Leading the creation and execution of audit plans, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and organizational priorities.
• Delivering clear, concise, and accurate reports and presentations to executive leadership, stakeholders, and the Audit, Compliance & Risk Committee of the Board.
• Serving as a trusted advisor to business leaders by providing expertise on control design, regulatory compliance, and emerging risk areas.
• Managing, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team of audit and compliance professionals; ensuring continuous skill growth and performance feedback.
• Monitoring regulatory and industry changes affecting healthcare, government contractors, and health insurance operations, recommending necessary updates to compliance and audit practices.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance audit methodologies, data analytics, and compliance monitoring tools.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve audit findings, strengthen processes, and support operational excellence.
• Representing the Audit and Compliance functions in organizational projects, strategic initiatives, and high-visibility discussions.

Benefits

• Remote and hybrid work options available
• Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities
• 401(k) with a 100% match for the first 3% of your salary and a 50% match for the next 2% of your salary (100% vested immediately)
• Competitive paid time off
• Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start DAY 1
• Professional and Leadership Development Programs

What This Job Offers

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