SummaryThe purpose of the Internal Auditor position is to review, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data, including compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and to study and evaluate key business processes. The efficiency and effectiveness of the information is evaluated and communicated. Final results are communicated to operational management. Significant results will be reviewed and analyzed by the Internal Audit Manager and reported to senior management. The position is supervised by the Internal Audit Manager.
Responsibilities- Performs audits and special projects to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of company operations, compliance with laws, government regulations, and company policies and procedures.
- Pursues a professional and personal program of development.
- Participates in departmental and company administrative responsibilities, including providing input to development of the annual audit plan.
- Develops detailed audit plans and programs.
- Prepares work papers documenting the audit procedures performed.
- Prepares comprehensive written reports.
- Provides assistance to external auditors as requested.
- Special projects as assigned.
- Assists in developing recommendations for corrective actions/improvement.
- Communicates both orally and in writing with auditees to advise and comment on current, needed or planned programs and operations.
- Applies training and analytical tools to audit and examine financial and information systems, management procedures and internal controls.
- Establishes and maintains professional relationships with the auditee and others outside and within the department.
Education and Experience- Formal Education: Bachelor's Degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year of full-time experience in auditing (health care industry preferred).
- License, Registration, and/or Certification Requirement: No.
- Certification as a CIA, CPA, or CISA preferred.
- Must have strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with an attention to detail.
- Must have the ability to perform work with little or no supervision.
- Must possess a basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), accounting systems, sound internal control techniques, acceptable business practices, information systems, sound documentation methods, and standard audit techniques.
- Must have good interpersonal skills including the ability to interview individuals associated with the subject of an audit.
- Must have knowledge of quantitative analysis methods (statistical sampling, present value analysis, ROI, etc.).
- Must possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint software.
- Must have good project management skills.
Company OverviewLHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.
LHC Group Inc Home Office is a part of the LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.
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