Senior Internal Auditor

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

The Impact You'll Have


In this position, you will plan and direct, as well as provide analytical and operational support for complex internal audit projects, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) test work, and special projects. You will have significant project and reporting responsibilities. As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will plan, direct, and coordinate several cross-departmental audit projects simultaneously to address foundational and intricate operational and internal control issues, risk mitigation, and issue resolution. This includes the successful delivery of complex assignments within scope, schedule, and quality commitments.



What You'll Do

• Plan, lead,  and coordinate complex audit projects from planning through reporting and follow-up, including ICOFR testing, and other special projects. Identify and analyze operational and internal control issues and risks and escalate both concerns and potential solutions appropriately. Prepare and present concise and effective reports to senior management concerning relevant issues and recommendations.
• Network with business leadership and serve as a resource on audit and internal control issues with enterprise impact. Support internal and external audit efforts related to NAIC regulations, statutory reporting requirements, and company policies. Maintain appropriate project documentation and review audit workpapers for completeness, quality, and adherence to department standards. Supervise, coach, and provide meaningful feedback to audit staff assigned to projects.
• Respectfully and collaboratively challenge business areas to embrace strong operational and internal control practices by establishing and maintaining positive working relationships. Leverage organizational knowledge and business acumen to develop effective virtual teams, lead through influence, and partner with business owners to successfully complete projects.




How You'll Do It

• Research and stay current on emerging business matters and audit regulations, issues, and topics within the health care industry to continuously improve Company and department practices. Collaborate with the Director of Internal Audit and other Internal Audit leadership to design and implement practices, processes, and tools that further the department’s vision and objectives.
• Lead special projects, advisory engagements, and other assignments as requested by management and the Audit Committee.
• Provide recommendations to management that improve the effectiveness of operations. Support the corporate Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) process through risk identification, analysis, assessment activities, and related reporting.
• Perform additional responsibilities consistent with the scope and level of the role, as assigned.




Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of related legal professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree; in lieu of a degree, an additional two years of relevant experience beyond the qualifications listed above may be accepted.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Ability to communicate complex topics clearly and concisely, actively listen to anticipate stakeholder needs, and align others to drive informed decisions.
• Ability to analyze complex information, evaluate options, and work cross-functionally to drive resolution and prevent recurrence.
• Ability to leverage technology to communicate and analyze, complex information, anticipate stakeholder needs, and align others to drive resolution.
• Ability to effectively organize work, balance competing priorities, and manage time across complex assignments and competing deadlines.
• Previous experience performing internal audits and controls testing.
• Healthcare or health insurance industry experience.
• Experience in public accounting.
• Proficient in the use of data analytics and artificial intelligence tools (e .g Copilot, Claude, PowerBI).




Licensure/Certifications


Nice to Have:
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Or other applicable certification



Role Designation


Hybrid



Role designation definition:

• Teleworking is working full time remote.
• Hybrid is a minimum of 2 days onsite.
• Onsite is full-time onsite.

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days each week – most teams designate at least one anchor day to ensure team interaction. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.




Compensation and Benefits


$90,800.00 - $120,300.00 - $149,800.00 Annual

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• 401k

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

• And more

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.




Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.

Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: [email protected].

Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® of Minnesota and Blue Plus® are nonprofit independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

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