Sr. Internal Audit Consultant

This position is eligible for the Flex persona.

The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking self-starter with a passion for both deep analysis and collaborative problem-solving. This position requires a strong foundation in risk assessments and controls, combined with the strategic mindset to act as a trusted advisor to business leaders. The Senior Internal Auditor & Consultant will not only execute assurance engagements but will also lead projects that shape the future of the audit function through analytics, technology, and innovation.

This position pairs the benefits of a healthy work-life balance (~37.5 weekly hours), significant autonomy, and flexible work arrangements with the high-impact opportunity to influence business processes, risks, and controls. You will gain significant exposure across the organization and interact directly with management, supported by competitive benefits and a strong culture dedicated to continuous learning and development.

Your Day to Day

• Lead and executeend-to-end risk-based audits and consulting engagements, from planning (e.g., scoping and risk assessment) to delivering actionable recommendations that add significant value.

• Act as atrusted business partner, leading high-impact advisory projects and providing consultative support to help management navigate complex changes and strategic initiatives.

• Spearhead internal projectssuch as championing the use of technology, AI, and data analytics that advanced the team's capabilities and strategic vision.

• Design and execute advanced analytical proceduresusing automation tools to conduct full population testing, identify anomalies, and generate deeper, value-add insights for the business.

• Develop and maintaincontinuous monitoring capabilitiesfor key business processes to provide real-time risk assurance and proactive insights.

• Assist with the testing of financial, operational, and IT controls when needed, identifying and presenting findings in a clear, business-centric manner.

• Create and present effective reporting to process owners and executives, focusing on root causes and practical solutions.

• Build and maintain strongpartnership-based relationshipswith key stakeholders, fostering a culture of control consciousness and continuous improvement.

• Mentor and provide guidance to other team members, acting as a subject matter expert on complex audit topics and advanced analytics.

We're Looking for:

• Demonstrated ability towork independently and lead complex projectswith a high degree of autonomy and professional judgment.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage/track multiple concurrent engagements, adapt to changing priorities, and escalate notable items.

• Expert-level analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to identify root causes and providepractical, value-added recommendations.

• A strong technical aptitude and an analytical mindset, with the proven ability to translate business challenges into practical, value-added solutions using analytics, AI, and automation.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for articulating complex issues to a variety of audiences in a clear and influential way.

• Astrong business acumenand strategic mindset, with the ability to connect audit and technology initiatives to broader business objectives.

• Positive and influential interpersonal skills, with a track record of building trust and credibility as aconsultative partnerto peers and leaders.

What You Bring:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. A graduate degree (e.g., MBA, Master's in Accounting) is a plus.

• 4-6+ years of progressive audit experience. An internal audit background (with experience in risk-based audits and/or new audit areas) is strongly preferred.

• Experience in the Healthcare industry is a plus but not required.

• Professional certification or credible progression is required(e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA).

• Hands-on experience with identifying and executing AI, analytics, or automation use cases with valuable outcomes (e.g., automating tasks or analysis that results in significant time savings, full population testing to identify outliers, creating executive reporting that provides key insights)

• Proficiency and experience with applying data analytics, automation, and visualization tools (e.g., Power Query, Power Pivot, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Alteryx, Python, Sigma Computing, DAX).

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High school degree or equivalent required unless otherwise noted above

The job posting range is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs and affordability.

This job is also eligible for variable pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and a suite of well-being benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

WHY Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA?

We understand that theconfidence gapandimposter syndromecan prevent amazing candidates coming our way, so please don't hesitate to apply. We'd love to hear from you. You might be just what we need for this role or possibly another one at Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be brilliant. We encourage you to bring us your true colors, , your perspectives, and your experiences. It's in our differences that we will remain relentless in our pursuit to transform healthcare for ALL.

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