Risk and Controls Specialist

Public Partnerships | PPL

. Coordinate internal audits, external audits, SOC audits, client requests, and regulatory reviews .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $27 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in audit coordination, compliance monitoring, and risk management, with a strong focus on corrective action processes and documentation management. Proficient in managing multiple priorities and fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams in a dynamic regulatory environment.

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Audit CoordinationCompliance MonitoringRisk ManagementProject ManagementData Analytics

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Hard Skills

Audit MethodologiesCorrective Action ProcessesDocumentation ManagementRisk AssessmentOperational OversightRemediation TrackingInternal Control PrinciplesQuality AssuranceRegulatory ResearchImpact Assessment

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Audit Software ToolsData Analytics ToolsTracking ToolsGovernance Materials

Certifications & Qualifications

CHCCRCMLean Six Sigma

Industry Keywords

HealthcareMedicaidCompliance OperationsOperational RiskAudit Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate internal audits, external audits, SOC audits, client requests, and regulatory reviews
Track audit deliverables, documentation requests, due dates, and stakeholder follow-up
Review audit deliverables and evidence submissions for completeness and alignment with requirements
Maintain repositories for audit evidence, controls documentation, and remediation activities
Monitor audit findings, recommendations, and corrective action activities
Escalate overdue deliverables, unresolved findings, and emerging risk concerns
Support intake and triage of non-compliance incidents and operational risk events
Assist with risk research, impact assessments, root cause analysis, and remediation discussions
Track corrective action plans, remediation milestones, and prevention activities
Assess risk severity, mitigation effectiveness, and escalation needs
Support enterprise risk management activities, including risk registers, inventories, and tracking tools
Participate in risk interviews and operational risk discussions
Research regulatory expectations, operational requirements, and historical findings
Prepare reports, summaries, dashboards, and governance materials
Support governance committee meetings and leadership reviews
Identify trends and recurring operational or compliance issues
Partner with operational teams and compliance leadership to strengthen controls and improve audit readiness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of audit coordination, compliance monitoring, risk management, and corrective action processes
Strong organizational, analytical, and documentation management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines across cross-functional stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Ability to identify potential escalation concerns and support risk prioritization activities
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
3+ years of audit coordination, compliance, quality, operational oversight, or risk management experience
Healthcare or Medicaid experience preferred
Experience supporting remediation tracking, audit readiness, or compliance operations preferred
Strong understanding of internal control principles and audit methodologies
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple audits simultaneously
Proficiency in data analytics or audit software tools is a plus
Ability to guide and inspire colleagues, even without formal direct reports
Strong written and verbal communication, capable of presenting technical findings to diverse audiences
Keen attention to detail with a problem-solving mindset
Ability to work with cross-functional teams, build relationships, and drive consensus
Comfortable operating in a changing regulatory landscape and remote work environment
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, compliance, or related field preferred
CHC, CRCM, Lean Six Sigma, or related certifications preferred