Risk and Controls Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee internal audits, external audits, SOC audits, client inquiries, and regulatory assessments.

• Monitor audit deliverables, documentation requests, deadlines, and follow-ups with stakeholders.

• Evaluate audit deliverables and evidence submissions for completeness and adherence to requirements.

• Maintain repositories for audit evidence, documentation of controls, and activities related to remediation.

• Track audit findings, suggestions, and activities for corrective actions.

• Raise issues regarding overdue deliverables, unresolved findings, and emerging risk concerns.

• Assist in the intake and triage of non-compliance incidents and operational risk occurrences.

• Contribute to risk research, impact assessments, root cause analyses, and discussions on remediation.

• Monitor corrective action plans, milestones for remediation, and activities aimed at prevention.

• Evaluate the severity of risks, the effectiveness of mitigation strategies, and the need for escalation.

• Aid in enterprise risk management initiatives, including the maintenance of risk registers, inventories, and tracking tools.

• Engage in risk interviews and discussions surrounding operational risk.

• Investigate regulatory expectations, operational needs, and past findings.

• Compile reports, summaries, dashboards, and governance documents.

• Provide support for governance committee meetings and leadership reviews.

• Identify patterns and recurring issues related to operations or compliance.

• Collaborate with operational teams and compliance leadership to enhance controls and boost audit readiness.

⛳️ Requirements

• Familiarity with audit coordination, compliance monitoring, risk management, and corrective action procedures.

• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and documentation management abilities.

• Capacity to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines while engaging with cross-functional stakeholders.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to follow-through.

• Proficient in recognizing potential escalation issues and assisting with risk prioritization efforts.

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in audit coordination, compliance, quality assurance, operational oversight, or risk management.

• Experience in healthcare or Medicaid is preferred.

• Familiarity with remediation tracking, audit readiness, or compliance operations is preferred.

• Solid understanding of internal control principles and audit methodologies.

• Excellent project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple audits concurrently.

• Proficiency in data analytics or audit software tools is advantageous.

• Ability to lead and motivate colleagues, even in the absence of formal direct reports.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying technical findings to diverse audiences.

• Sharp attention to detail combined with a problem-solving approach.

• Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to build relationships and achieve consensus.

• Comfortable navigating a changing regulatory environment and remote work settings.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, compliance, or a related field is preferred.

• Relevant certifications such as CHC, CRCM, Lean Six Sigma, or similar are preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.

• Opportunities for professional development and continued education.

• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.