Senior Internal Auditor - Ethics and Compliance Dept - Remote/Hybrid Work Schedule

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.

ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.

Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.

ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
• Retirement Match and Discretionary. ANTHC matches up to 5%, with a 3% discretionary contribution after one year of employment into a 401(a).
• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
• License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
• Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.
  
  

Visit us online at www.anthc.org or contact Recruitment directly at HRRecruiting@anthc.org.

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Summary

As a key member of the Ethics and Compliance Department, the Senior Internal Auditor, under general direction, provides independent and objective assurance and advisory services to enhance governance and operational effectiveness. This role applies a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving risk management, internal controls, and governance processes across finance, operations, compliance, and information technology.

In addition to conducting audits, the Senior Internal Auditor supports financial investigations, enhances audit methodologies, and assists with special projects and leadership requests, contributing to a strong internal control environment and organizational integrity.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and report on internal audits, including defining scope, conducting fieldwork, analyzing findings, and drafting actionable recommendations to management.
• Evaluate financial, operational, and compliance controls to ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices while identifying areas for improvement and mitigating risk.
• Assist in designing and implementing a risk-based audit plan, performing risk assessments, and developing audit procedures aligned with organizational objectives.
• Assess financial reporting processes, IT systems, governmental grants, and operational controls for compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies to strengthen risk management.
• Compose audit findings for inclusion in formal audit reports to executive management and stakeholders based on fieldwork findings.
• Partner with process owners; reviewing remediation activities to monitor and report on the status of audit findings.
• Conduct and support investigations as needed, identifying root causes, recommending corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
• Support departmental training initiatives on internal controls, compliance requirements, and best practices to enhance organizational awareness and capability.
• Stay informed on industry regulations, professional audit standards, and emerging risks to help the organization adapt to regulatory changes and financial challenges.
• Participate in professional development and industry forums to stay current on evolving audit practices and methodologies.
• Utilize data analytics tools to identify trends, anomalies, and risks within financial and operational data.
• Develop an understanding of the business process and corresponding risks related to our businesses and the various funding sources.
• Expected to engage in ongoing professional development, including maintaining required certifications and staying informed of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting internal auditing, compliance, and risk management.
• Expected to maintain independence in judgment and objectivity when conducting audits, investigations, and compliance reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Other Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC, and Alaska Native culture(s).
• Knowledge in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge in Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
• Knowledge in Uniform Guidance (UG).
• Ability to analyze and apply complex financial concepts.
• In-depth knowledge of Medicaid and hospital financial operations.
• Ability to evaluate, interpret, and report on transactional processes and compliance requirements.
• Skill in evaluating financial, operational, and IT controls.
• Strong understanding of federal and state grant compliance requirements.
• Highly developed analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to clearly articulate audit and investigation results and recommendations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as needed with a remote team.
• Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
  
  

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field. Progressively responsible professional work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education.

Minimum Experience Qualification

Non-supervisory - five (5) year of internal audit experience and/or public accounting experience. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.

MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required or the ability to acquire certification within one (1) year.

Preferred Experience Qualification

Experience in public accounting, healthcare, governmental, nonprofit, or tribal organizations is preferred.

Preferred Certification Qualification

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) are preferred but not required.

Additional Requirements

May be required to work outside the traditional work schedule.

May be called out to work off-shift in emergency situations.

According to the needs of the organization, some incumbents in this job class may be required to obtain specific technical certifications and programming language skills.