Director-IT & Internal Audit

Overview

Job Title:                    Director – Information Technology Audit

Dept:                           Corporate Auditing & Consulting

Reports to:                 Chief Audit Officer

Purpose of Position and Scope of Responsibility:

Assists Chief Audit Officer in assuring department contribution to overall corporation’s mission and goals, while maintaining appropriate independence and objectivity in accordance with the Institute of Internal Audit’s Global Internal Audit Standards. Primarily responsible for planning, managing, conducting and controlling audits or reviews of Information Technology, as well as other financial, operational or compliance audits, as may be required. Interacts with management at all levels to provide advice and expertise with regard to financial and IT controls. Supervises Auditor, Senior Auditor and Audit Advisor staff and performs necessary employee performance appraisals and feedback.  Incumbent is responsible for all shifts, 7 days/week, 24 hours/day. 

Principle Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

1. Assists Chief Audit Officer in the development of an annual risk-based audit plan and prioritization of projects. 
2. Establish the corporate IT audit function by developing procedures and policies for performing reviews of business and information technology risks by following the Standards, Guidelines, Procedures and Frameworks of ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association), COBIT (Common Objectives for Business and Information related Technology), NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology).  These reviews include but are not limited to: Application control reviews, Network reviews, Information security audits, General controls and Artificial Intelligence reviews. 
3. Plans, directs and/or performs internal audits of entities, departmental operations, and information and financial systems processes by following the IIA’s Global Internal Audit Standards. Develops audit programs and provides applicable instructions and guidance to audit staff (including contracted resources if required).  Reviews work of assigned staff assigned to ensure completeness, accuracy and validity.
4. Assists the external audit firm by performing Internal Control Testing and Substantive Testing to assure the conclusion of the annual audit at a minimal cost.
5. Participates in selected new system development or implementation efforts to ensure adequate controls are designed to limit exposure to loss, and to promote efficient and effective operations.      Assists responsible management in identifying potential control weaknesses and jointly developing creative solutions. Similarly participates with operations on acquisitions to ensure that the financial and technology control environment is maintained and secured.
6. Participates in various BMHCC multidisciplinary workgroups, as needed, in an advisory capacity providing expertise in internal controls. 
7. Provides leadership through facilitating BMHCC and department vision/values through personal example and interaction with staff to communicate policies and goals, which will result in enhanced employee skills. Serves as a coach and mentor and provide opportunities for on-the-job training for staff.
8. Champions the implementation and deployment of Computerized Audit Techniques and Electronic Workpapers within the Department. Provides leadership and guidance into the development or selection of computerized solutions to address activities related to audit administration. Provides leadership and training to audit staff in IT audit techniques, the use of computerized audit techniques, the use of computerized audit tools, and technology to improve their audit efficiency and effectiveness and reduce the cost of auditing. 
9. Assists Director in controlling overall financial/budgetary management of the department through evaluation of products and services and analysis of entity operations, implementation of workload standards, review of operations to identify opportunities for cost reduction and enhanced profitability and optimal resource utilization.
10. Facilitates customer satisfaction by communication and interacting with key internal customers to identify opportunities for improvement resulting in enhanced service and customer satisfaction.
11. Demonstrates solid knowledge of Information Technology best practices and internal controls, as well as accounting principles and internal audit methodologies.
12. Exhibits excellent communication and presentation skills, both oral and written, as well as strong interpersonal skills.
13. Possesses strong time management and organizational skills, including the ability to establish plans and adhere to timelines to facilitate achievement of the annual internal audit plan.
14. Performs related accountabilities/responsibilities as required or directed.

Knowledge/Education/Special Skills Requirements

Knowledge of Accounting and Auditing principles, concepts and techniques as acquired through completion of a Baccalaureate Degree in Accounting or Management Information Systems. MS/MBA preferred.

Six years of financial and information system audit experience required, preferably in a Healthcare setting. CISA Licensure required.  CPA or CIA Licensure preferred.

Experienced with Microsoft Office products, data analytic tools and audit management software required.