Vice President Audit

Company: Arkansas Children's Hospital
Location: Little Rock
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/) and search the "Find Jobs" report.Work Shift: Please see job description for details.Time Type: Full timeDepartment: CC407070 Audit ServicesSummary:Responsible for system internal audit function. Oversees Audit Services activities which include assessing business risks associated with corporate strategies, objectives, and operations; reviews independent processes, programs, and functions for the company and its subsidiaries and submits recommendations that improve operations and respond to risk; Oversees monitoring of the effectiveness of key internal controls throughout the organization.Additional Information:Required Education:Bachelor's DegreeRecommended Education:Master's DegreeRequired Work Experience:Related Field - 12 years with 10 years of leadership experienceRequired Certifications:1 of the following certifications is required - Recommended Certifications:Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) - Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Active or Inactive) (AR) (License) - Arkansas State Board of Public AccountancyDescription:

• Oversees annual comprehensive risk assessment and approves a comprehensive risk-based, prioritized audit plan that reflects a thorough understanding of the company's business and operations.
• Provides reasonable assurance that risk management, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended and will enable the organization's objectives and goals to be met. Maintains a comprehensive insight into the organization's current and emerging risk profile and monitors future risk changes to the organization based on political, economic, social, environmental, legal or technological factors and their potential impact. Contributes to the development of risk-oriented culture within the organization. Ensures internal audit activities are aligned with and enhances the organization's enterprise risk management strategy and risk profile.
• Reviews audit results and submits recommendations to the appropriate auditees and management in a timely manner. Reviews audit findings and their impacts professionally and confidently with appropriate levels of the organization. Ensures information is delivered in a structured fashion to foster learning and development among members of the audience.
• Ensures reporting of issues and internal controls deficiencies identified directly to the Financial Planning and Oversight committee and provides recommendations for improving the organization's operations.
• Reports internal audit activities to the Financial Planning and Oversight Committee of the System Board of Directors, including reporting of audit projects, potential scope limitations, reporting of risks that may impact the achievement of organizational objectives, and overall adequacy of internal controls.
• Oversees management's formal responses to audit findings and recommendations to ensure that the action plans will address the deficiencies.
• Oversees coordination with the external audit firm and the accounting department regarding the annual financial statement audit and provides resources of the Audit Services department as agreed upon by the Financial Planning and Oversight Committee.
• Ensures allocation of department resources to facilitate the effective and efficient accomplishment of audit objectives and supports personnel development.
• Reviews and approves functional strategies and specific objectives for Audit Services and budgets/policies/procedures to support the audit function infrastructure.
• Ensures the department internal audit function practices in conformance with the Institute of Internal Auditors International Professional Practices Framework (Standards). Ensure adherence to strict confidentiality as required by the IPPF.About UsArkansas Children's is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.Arkansas Children's is driven by four core values-safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence-which inform every action.Arkansas Children's Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.For more than a century, Arkansas Children's has met the unique needs of children. But we're more than just a hospital treating sick kids-our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.Arkansas Children's Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state's only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children's Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state."Arkansas Children's is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children's, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better." Michael - Business Operations Manager"Arkansas Children's Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children." Linda - Information Systems Analyst"We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children." Angela - Parking and Fleet Coordinator"Care, love, and hope for children!" Kathy - Administrative Assistant"When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children's Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!" Nick - Supply Assistant
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