Internal Audit Program Specialist

. Support the development, execution, and completion of the Internal Audit Risk Assessment and Annual Internal Audit Plan .

Posted 9/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $77,268 - $119,641 per yearWebsite

Tools & technologies

PMP

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development, execution, and completion of the Internal Audit Risk Assessment and Annual Internal Audit Plan
Partner with internal and external audit teams on audit scoping, risk assessments, testing activities, documentation, and reporting
Manage stakeholder communications, including audit data requests, testing validation, observations, and management action plans
Serve as a resource across City of Hope to strengthen Internal Audit program awareness and best practices
Coordinate and facilitate audit planning meetings, interviews, walkthroughs, presentations, and stakeholder engagements
Lead project management activities, including milestone tracking, dashboard development, reporting, and audit timeline management
Oversee tracking, monitoring, and follow-up for management action plans resulting from completed audits
Build collaborative relationships across the organization and partner with Compliance, Legal, and Enterprise Risk Management teams
Manage departmental policies, procedures, onboarding, offboarding, and operational support activities
Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance audit effectiveness, operational efficiency, and enterprise risk management

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; an additional three years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement
Minimum of three years of healthcare experience, including at least one year of direct internal audit experience within a healthcare environment
Experience supporting audit programs, risk assessments, compliance initiatives, or related governance functions
Strong project management, organizational, and stakeholder relationship management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly and professionally
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
CPA, CIA, PMP certification, or equivalent experience in a related field preferred
Experience working with Compliance, Legal, or Enterprise Risk Management functions is highly desirable

Comp & perks