Senior Associate, Healthcare Risk Consulting (Internal Audit)

Overview

A professional services firm specializing in the middle market is seeking a Senior Associate to join its growing Healthcare Risk and Controls Practice. This role offers the opportunity to leverage existing experience while developing leadership skills through client and industry exposure, career development, and mentorship. The work environment is fast-paced and dynamic, providing daily challenges and opportunities.

The Healthcare Risk Consulting Group focuses on process improvement projects, internal audits, and risk assessments to help clients mitigate risks across Clinical, Financial, Operational, IT, and Regulatory domains.

Responsibilities

Contributions to Firm Culture

• Model core values of respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and stewardship in all interactions
• Foster a culture that encourages questions, diverse perspectives, and constructive challenges
• Develop executive presence through interactions with management and clients
• Build meaningful relationships with clients and colleagues
• Support diversity and inclusion by promoting authenticity and valuing varied perspectives

Client Experience

• Demonstrate knowledge of industry fundamentals, regulatory environment, and terminology
• Share relevant industry thought leadership with clients
• Implement and coach associates on industry policies, procedures, and work programs
• Manage process-level client relationships and collaborate with external stakeholders
• Prepare and review client request lists
• Participate in risk assessment interviews and update risk models
• Conduct tests of operating effectiveness of internal controls
• Draft test plans and work programs for review
• Create and review process narratives and flowcharts, identifying risks and controls
• Perform first-level review of staff work for accuracy and completeness
• Manage budgets and provide analysis of estimates to engagement leaders
• Prepare status documents and initial drafts of reports
• Support multiple client projects simultaneously and contribute to firm initiatives

Talent Experience

• Encourage creative thinking and growth within the team
• Seek and provide coaching and mentoring opportunities
• Maintain openness to giving and receiving candid feedback
• Assist and guide associates
• Support recruiting efforts by promoting the firm’s brand

Business Development

• Participate in industry associations and learning events to build perspective and contacts
• Gain knowledge of healthcare industry fundamentals and regulations
• Build internal networks and awareness of other firm services

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting or related business discipline
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in audit, internal audit, or related internal control roles

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s in Health Administration (MHA) or Public Health (MPH)
• Proficiency in professional writing, spreadsheet, and presentation tools
• Exposure to data analytics tools preferred
• Qualified or pursuing relevant professional certification
• Ability to travel to meet client needs and work collaboratively in-person and remotely
• Openness to flexible work schedules and remote work environments
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and prioritization abilities

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $77,700 - $146,900, reflecting education, skills, experience, certifications, and location
• Eligibility for discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance
• Competitive benefits and compensation package
• Flexible scheduling to balance personal and professional demands

Equal Opportunity & Additional Information

• The employer provides equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, disability, citizenship, political affiliation, medical condition, military status, genetic characteristics, or any other protected characteristic.
• Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process.
• Sponsorship is not available for entry-level candidates or those requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered.

Location

This position requires the ability to travel to client sites and work both remotely and in-person as needed.