Senior Institutional Audit Manager
University of Arkansas, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Senior Institutional Audit Manager
Type of Position: Professional Staff - Fiscal Affairs Department: UAMS Institutional Audit Summary of Job Duties
The Senior Institutional Audit Manager is responsible for the completion of internal audits of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) which includes colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Professions, Public Health, and a Graduate School; UAMS Medical Center; eight Regional Campuses; a statewide network of Centers on Aging; the Translational Research Institute; the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute; the Jackson T. Stephens Spine & Neurosciences Institute; the Donald W. Reynold Institute on Aging; the Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute; the Psychiatric Research Institute; and the Institute for Digital Health & Innovation. Internal Audit is a primary tool of the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees to ensure financial, operational, and compliance integrity. The success and reputation of Internal Audit rest with the work performed by the Auditors. Other auditors examine specific functions, activities, or areas of risk, but the scope of Internal Audit encompasses all of these areas. Current levels of frequent, significant and costly compliance issues in healthcare and higher education emphasize the importance of the internal audit function. Qualifications Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business, Healthcare Administration, or a healthcare?related field. Certification as a CPA or CIA, or commitment to complete within two years. 7+ years of combined internal auditing, medical billing/coding or clinical experience in a healthcare setting; at least 3 years must be in an audit environment.
Preferred Education and Experience
Experience in demonstrating a deep understanding of healthcare compliance standards, billing and coding practices, risk management, and regulatory frameworks. Proven expertise in data analytics, with hands?on experience in tools like TeamMate Analytics, SQL, Python, R, SAS, Tableau, Power BI, or ACL. Higher Education / Academic Medical Center audit experience.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Senior Institutional Audit Manager plans and conducts financial, operational, compliance and system audits. They are expected to have internal audit experience and to demonstrate proficiency in performing internal audit work which conforms to Institute of Internal Auditors Global Standards. Audit work includes planning, developing audit programs for audit testing and evaluation, and reporting of audit results. Work assigned to the Senior Institutional Audit Manager is expected to be carried out with limited supervision. The complexity and size of audit assignments vary. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Advanced knowledge of accounting and auditing standards. Advanced skills with Microsoft Office. Advanced verbal and written communication skills. Advanced problem?solving skills. Advanced organizational skills. Ability to plan and execute complex audit engagements across various healthcare functions including clinical operations, revenue cycle, billing, coding and regulatory compliance. Ability to collaborate with cross?functional teams to collect and validate data from disparate systems (EHRs, ERP, billing platforms). Ability to document systems, processes, and controls using narratives and flowcharts. Ability to assess risks using a risk?based audit approach. Ability to design audit programs based on assessed risks. Ability to prepare clear, well?documented audit workpapers, findings, and recommendations aligned with IIA Global Standards and healthcare industry best practices. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business manuals, technical procedures, healthcare regulations, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with internal contacts across units, departments, and divisions. Ability to effectively communicate audit results, both verbally and in writing, in a persuasive manner, placed in the appropriate context, and understood by the recipient.
Salary Information
Commensurate with education and experience. Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name, email, business title) Resume
Optional Documents
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information
Laura Gentry lgentry@uasys.edu Pre?employment Screening Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry. Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Type of Position: Professional Staff - Fiscal Affairs Department: UAMS Institutional Audit Summary of Job Duties
The Senior Institutional Audit Manager is responsible for the completion of internal audits of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) which includes colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Professions, Public Health, and a Graduate School; UAMS Medical Center; eight Regional Campuses; a statewide network of Centers on Aging; the Translational Research Institute; the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute; the Jackson T. Stephens Spine & Neurosciences Institute; the Donald W. Reynold Institute on Aging; the Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute; the Psychiatric Research Institute; and the Institute for Digital Health & Innovation. Internal Audit is a primary tool of the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees to ensure financial, operational, and compliance integrity. The success and reputation of Internal Audit rest with the work performed by the Auditors. Other auditors examine specific functions, activities, or areas of risk, but the scope of Internal Audit encompasses all of these areas. Current levels of frequent, significant and costly compliance issues in healthcare and higher education emphasize the importance of the internal audit function. Qualifications Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business, Healthcare Administration, or a healthcare?related field. Certification as a CPA or CIA, or commitment to complete within two years. 7+ years of combined internal auditing, medical billing/coding or clinical experience in a healthcare setting; at least 3 years must be in an audit environment.
Preferred Education and Experience
Experience in demonstrating a deep understanding of healthcare compliance standards, billing and coding practices, risk management, and regulatory frameworks. Proven expertise in data analytics, with hands?on experience in tools like TeamMate Analytics, SQL, Python, R, SAS, Tableau, Power BI, or ACL. Higher Education / Academic Medical Center audit experience.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Senior Institutional Audit Manager plans and conducts financial, operational, compliance and system audits. They are expected to have internal audit experience and to demonstrate proficiency in performing internal audit work which conforms to Institute of Internal Auditors Global Standards. Audit work includes planning, developing audit programs for audit testing and evaluation, and reporting of audit results. Work assigned to the Senior Institutional Audit Manager is expected to be carried out with limited supervision. The complexity and size of audit assignments vary. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Advanced knowledge of accounting and auditing standards. Advanced skills with Microsoft Office. Advanced verbal and written communication skills. Advanced problem?solving skills. Advanced organizational skills. Ability to plan and execute complex audit engagements across various healthcare functions including clinical operations, revenue cycle, billing, coding and regulatory compliance. Ability to collaborate with cross?functional teams to collect and validate data from disparate systems (EHRs, ERP, billing platforms). Ability to document systems, processes, and controls using narratives and flowcharts. Ability to assess risks using a risk?based audit approach. Ability to design audit programs based on assessed risks. Ability to prepare clear, well?documented audit workpapers, findings, and recommendations aligned with IIA Global Standards and healthcare industry best practices. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business manuals, technical procedures, healthcare regulations, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with internal contacts across units, departments, and divisions. Ability to effectively communicate audit results, both verbally and in writing, in a persuasive manner, placed in the appropriate context, and understood by the recipient.
Salary Information
Commensurate with education and experience. Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name, email, business title) Resume
Optional Documents
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information
Laura Gentry lgentry@uasys.edu Pre?employment Screening Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry. Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr