Job Description:

Veterans, Reservists, Guardsmen and military family members are encouraged to apply!!

We offer remote work opportunities (AK, AR, AZ, CA, *CO, FL, HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MD, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, NC, ND, OK, OR, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA/DC, *WA, WI & WY only)

Job Summary

This position is under the direct guidance of the Manager, Internal Audit for administrative purposes and project management. This position coordinates multiple internal audit projects (audits, reviews, or consulting engagements) independently from start to finish. Works independently and functions as a project team member for special projects as necessary. This position may also assist our external financial auditors in performing testing as needed.

Education & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Health Care Administration
• 2 years' experience with operational, financial, or health care audits or equivalent

Preferred:

• Graduate degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Health Care Administration
• Professional Certification as a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, or Certified Fraud Examiner
• Experience interpreting policies and procedures related to general business, government contract requirements, and health care administration functions
• Knowledge and expertise on Financial and Operational aspects of health care operations
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations, and Cost Accounting Standards
• Experience with SSAE 18 SOC 1 and SOC 2 audit standards
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems and programming languages

Key Responsibilities

• Contributes to the development of a comprehensive and practical program of audit coverage for TriWest.
• Conducts audits, reviews, and consulting engagements under the supervision of a lead auditor, including:
• Conducting research and preliminary fieldwork,
• Developing audit guides outlining the project scope and the steps to be accomplished,
• Conducting reviews of assigned organizational and functional activities, including the review of internal processes and quality management,
• Performing data analysis to identify and support audit findings, including sample selection, testing, and conclusions.
• Evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the management controls over those activities.
• Identifying causes or contributing factors to issues related to controls, non-compliance, or errors, and
• Reporting audit findings and making recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions, improving operations, and reducing costs.
• Assesses the adequacy of proposed corrective actions for improving reportable conditions and follow-ups on the outcomes of the corrective actions.
• Plans and executes audits in accordance with accepted internal auditing standards and stipulated schedules.

• Participates in the program to prevent and detect fraud and abuse by conducting investigations to document the facts surrounding the situation.
• Maintains effective working relations with other TriWest staff during audits and closing out reports.
• Functions as an intermediary for cross-functional audits to accomplish the necessary corrective action.
• Conducts special reviews at the request of management.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Competencies

Communication / People Skills: Ability to influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; adapt to different styles; listen critically; collaborate.

Computer Literacy: Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment using Word, Outlook, TriWest Intranet, the Internet, and department software applications.

Coping / Flexibility: Resiliency in adapting to a variety of situations and individuals while maintaining a sense of purpose and mature problem-solving approach is required.

Information Management: Ability to manage large amounts of complex information easily, communicate clearly, and draw sound conclusions.

Organizational Skills: Ability to organize people or tasks, adjust to priorities, learn systems, within time constraints and with available resources; detail-oriented.

Problem Solving / Analysis: Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; has a realistic understanding of relevant issues.

Team-Building / Team Player: Influence the actions and opinions of others in a positive direction and build group commitment.

Technical Skills: Knowledge of operational, financial and healthcare auditing; working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations, and Cost Accounting standards; proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Working Conditions

Working Conditions:

• Availability to work non-regular hours as necessary
• Works within a standard office environment, with minimal travel
• Extensive computer work with long periods of sitting

Company Overview

Taking Care of Our Nation's Heroes.

It's Who We Are. It's What We Do.

Do you have a passion for serving those who served?

Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We're On a Mission to Serve®!

Our job is to make sure that America's heroes get connected to health care in the community.

At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we've proudly been on that important mission since 1996.

DoD Statement

Our Department of Defense contract requires US citizenship and a favorably adjudicated DOD background investigation for this position.

Benefits

We're more than just a health care company. We're passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage


• Generous paid time off


• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)


• Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance


• Tuition reimbursement


• Paid volunteer time

*Annual base salary for Colorado and Washington State residents: $71,000 - $79,000 depending on experience*

Equal Employment Opportunity

TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and we highly encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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