As a member of Astrana Health’s Internal Audit department, the Sr. Internal Auditor is responsible for all aspects of the SOX 404 compliance process including assisting with annual planning, performing walkthroughs, and performing controls testing to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of key internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR). Under the direction of the Manager – Internal Audit, the Sr. Internal Auditor leverages their understanding of internal control structures to assess key business processes that affect Astrana Health’s ability to fulfill its business objectives and strategic goals; as well as to evaluate compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and management objectives. Responsibilities will include assisting in defining control objectives, monitoring compliance efforts, and developing, implementing, and updating SOX documentation. Additional responsibilities involve conducting performance, operational, financial, and other compliance audit projects and providing consulting services to the organization’s management and staff.
The Sr. Internal Auditor maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards and completes all internal audit work in compliance with the IIA’s International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing; and works independently under general supervision with latitude for initiative and independent judgment in the performance of their work.
In addition to executing audits, the Sr. Internal Auditor will serve as an internal consultant to Astrana Health’s business process and control owners on the Company’s ICFR. Accordingly, this role is ideal for someone who is process oriented, enjoys working cross functionally, and can bring the “human” element to managing SOX compliance. Successful candidates will have SOX compliance, financial audit, and operational audit experience (i.e., knowledgeable with all major financial cycles) and will have worked in fast-paced organizations with rapid growth and frequent change.
Audit Planning and Execution:
- Identifies appropriate risks, control objectives and controls using appropriate control frameworks and other leading practice resources for guidance. Using accepted risk assessment techniques, proposes appropriate audit scope and control objectives for the areas under review. Continually evaluates the system of internal control, business operations and processes, and technical environment to determine the areas of highest risk.
- Conducts process and control walkthroughs, assesses the design of controls, develops and enhances comprehensive test plans, and performs independent testing of internal controls to evaluate their operating effectiveness. In short, you are an experienced in leading walkthroughs - you understand how to interview stakeholders, gather information, identify relevant information, and document key details
- Works closely with business process owners and consultants to improve SOX documentation (i.e., refine risk control matrix, improve process flows, develop test procedures, propose control language, improve supporting documents).
- Manages execution of audit test plans to validate relevant control objectives and testing approach. Interprets the significance of the test results and concludes on the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.
- Reviews the work and deliverables of the project team for sufficiency of scope, accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Company and IIA standards.
- Maintains Internal Control Management Software (AuditBoard) and looks for opportunities to introduce efficiencies to audits using technology (i.e., Computer Assisted Audit Techniques or other automation), or professional trends.
- Identifies, develops, and documents audit issues and recommendations for improvement. Communicates the results of audit projects via written reports and/or oral presentations in a clear and concise manner. Provides practical and cost-effective recommendations to support global business process improvement and/or enhance the overall control environment.
- Monitors the progress of management action and remediation plans from completed audits through regular follow-ups.
- Manages and/or contributes to special projects both on-going and recurring (e.g., scaling controls, segregation of duties, implementation support/advisory, etc.).
- Builds and maintains strong cross-functional relationships with Accounting/Finance, IT and business leaders through effective collaboration.
Leadership and Executive Presence:
- Develops and maintains productive professional relationships with colleagues, auditees and management through individual contacts and group meetings. Consistently demonstrates logical thinking to gather and analyze a variety of information along with effective collaboration skills required to influence constructive change.
- Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively present to, interact with and communicate to management at all levels; including the ability to communicate technical risks and concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Is a “self-starter” with a proactive attitude, a demonstrated ability to multi-task effectively and to work independently without close supervision. Demonstrates good personal and sound business judgment on a consistent basis.
- Exhibits uncompromising professional and personal integrity; and consistency between values, words and actions. Is a role model of company values to others.
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Bachelor’ degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or other business-related field. Advanced degree is a plus.
- 3+ years’ experience conducting internal and/or external audits at a public accounting firm and/or multi-national public company is preferred, of which at least 1 year of SOX compliance experience is required. Big 4, operational audit, and healthcare industry experience is preferred.
- CPA, CIA, or other applicable professional certification is preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of internal auditing standards, Sarbanes-Oxley, COSO and risk-assessment practices. Working knowledge of other compliance laws (i.e., PCI, HIPAA, etc.) is preferred.
- Working knowledge and experience with Sage 100 or comparable ERP system is highly desirable.
- Ability to think critically, make assessments and develop conclusions. Ability to learn complex processes quickly, establish credibility with auditees and management, gather required information in a timely manner and take action with effective and creative solutions.
- Must be result-oriented, proactive and possess the highest standards of ethics and integrity.
- Must have strong communication skills (verbal and written), diplomacy, and ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to discuss audit findings and control gaps effectively and confidently with management and develop business-focused recommendations to strengthen controls is essential.
- Ability to work at Alhambra location 2-3 days per week.
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Our organization follows a hybrid work structure where the expectation is to work both in office and at home on a weekly basis. The office is located at 1668 S. Garfield Ave. 2nd Floor, Alhambra, CA 91801.
- The total compensation target pay range for this role is: $110,000 - $125,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location (current or future), experience, and other job-related factors.
Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at
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Additional Information:
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Astrana Health (NASDAQ: ASTH) is a physician-centric, technology-powered healthcare management company. We are building and operating a novel, integrated, value-based healthcare delivery platform to empower our physicians to provide the highest quality of end-to-end care for their patients in a cost-effective manner. Our mission is to combine our clinical experience, best-in-class delivery network, and technological expertise to improve patient outcomes, increase access to healthcare, and make the US healthcare system more efficient.
Our platform currently empowers over 20,000 physicians to provide care for over 1.7 million patients nationwide. Our rapid growth and unique position at the intersection of all major healthcare stakeholders (payer, provider, and patient) gives us an unparalleled opportunity to combine clinical and technological expertise to improve patient outcomes, increase access to quality healthcare, and reduce the waste in the US healthcare system.
