Vice President, Internal Audit

The Company is in search of a Vice President, Internal Audit to spearhead a transformational enterprise-wide audit, risk, and control strategy. The successful candidate will be a strategic advisor to executive leadership and the Audit Committee, with a focus on driving SOX governance, enterprise risk management, and operational audit excellence within a highly regulated Medicare Advantage environment. Key responsibilities include leading SOX 404 initiatives, internal control transformation, and overseeing Medicare Advantage regulatory compliance. The role also involves providing operational and IT audit leadership across various healthcare and technology sectors, as well as governing outsourced audit partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Medicare Advantage, managed care, or healthcare insurance, and a proven track record of building a culture of accountability and controls. Applicants for the Vice President, Internal Audit position at the company should have a minimum of 15 years' of progressive experience in audit, controls, or risk leadership, with a deep expertise in the relevant healthcare environment. A background in a Big 4 or national public accounting firm is required, along with a strong command of CMS regulations, PCAOB standards, SEC reporting, and COSO frameworks. The role demands an executive presence, the ability to influence senior stakeholders, and a commitment to maintaining independence and objectivity. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity with a direct impact on regulatory integrity, operational excellence, and improved healthcare outcomes. The successful candidate will be instrumental in building and maintaining a culture where accountability and controls are integral to daily operations.