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WPS—A health solutions company · 1 day ago

Director, Internal Audit

Madison, WI

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$150K/yr - $170K/yr

10+ years exp

WPS Health Solutions is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Wisconsin. The Director of Internal Audit will lead a team to drive the internal audit program, oversee risk assessments, develop audit plans, and ensure compliance while fostering a culture of integrity and accountability.

GovernmentHealth CareHealth Insurance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and mentor the internal audit team, ensuring effective execution of audits

Develop and maintain an Internal Audit Charter and Strategic Plan ensuring they align with organizational objectives and risk priorities

Oversee and manage all aspects of internal audits, including risk assessment, planning, reporting, and follow-up

Evaluate internal controls, systems, and processes to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and corporate policies

Develop and deliver clear and concise reporting to senior leadership and the Audit, Compliance and Risk Committee of the Board of Directors on internal and external audit matters, status of audit, corrective action, and strategic plans

Oversee the Quality Assurance and Improvement program and maintain readiness for successful external program assessment

Collaborate with senior leaders to mitigate risk and strengthen control environment

Partner with external auditors and lead the internal audit team’s assigned testing

Continuously innovate, stretch boundaries, and seek new ways to solve tough problems in a very complex business environment

Qualification

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Internal audit experienceRisk assessmentAudit methodologiesAnalytical skillsFinancial systems knowledgeLeadership experienceInnovationCommunication skillsProblem solvingDecision-making abilitiesCollaboration

Required

U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to Department of Defense restrictions

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

10 or more years of experience in internal audit, finance, or related fields

5 or more years in a leadership or managerial role

Proven experience in managing large-scale audits and risk assessments

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) required

Extensive knowledge of internal control frameworks and audit methodologies

Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making abilities

Knowledge of financial systems and related business processes, enterprise risk management frameworks, and compliance processes sufficient to assess risk, controls and governance effectiveness

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly to senior management