Internal Auditor I

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.

Position Purpose: With the Corporate Internal Audit team, this role supports the execution of risk-based operational, financial, compliance, and SOX audits across Centene.

• Execute risk-based audits evaluating controls and processes for scalability, effectiveness, efficiency, and risk mitigation strategies

• Assist in audit planning and wrap up of engagements

• Summarize potential audit findings and recommendations and assist in the consolidation of metrics and graphing

• Assist in communicating audit observations, recommendations, process improvement opportunities, and best practices and obtain management responses

• Monitor and report on the status and findings of audits
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Complies with all policies and standards

Preferred Skills:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to evaluate business processes, identify risks, and assess internal controls.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with stakeholders at various levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn new concepts and healthcare-related processes.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field. 0-2 years of public accounting, internal audit, or related operational auditing or business experience. IT, Medicare or health care industry experience preferred.
License/Certification: CPA, CIA and/or CISA preferred.

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status.  Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act