Director of Field Audits

Facility Type:
Corporate

HealthSouth, one of Birminghams premier employers, is one of the nations largest providers of outpatient surgery and rehabilitative healthcare services. At the corporate office, we are dedicated to supporting our vast network of highly skilled physicians, nurses and therapists by providing the latest equipment and technology to deliver high-quality healthcare to our patients.

Our employees are critical to our success. As a corporation, HealthSouth respects each employees individuality and continually strives to recognize and reward quality performance. We also provide opportunities for outstanding professional growth and career development.
We have an immediate opening for a Director of Field Audits to be a member of our Internal Audit department. This position will be based at our Corporate Headquarters in Birmingham, Alabama.

Responsibilities:
Report to the VP, Field Audit and be responsible for the oversight and execution of internal financial and operational audits at various nationwide HealthSouth facilities and Inpatient Division Headquarters in Birmingham, Alabama.
Assist VP, Field Audits in periodic risk assessments of the corporation to develop and maintain an Internal Audit Plan for the Field Audit Group.
Manage all aspects of the Groups activities related to the Inpatient Division, including the planning of audits and projects, execution of fieldwork and reporting results to management.
Help identify potential risks and possible internal control deficiencies related to the Inpatient Division. Disseminate these, as well as report findings and recommend areas for improvement to Internal Audit leadership.
Develop presentation materials to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors to communicate field audit plans, progress and results for this group.
Assist in building and leading a high performing Field Audit team.
Assist in coordination with Internal Controls the participation of the Group in the annual and quarterly Sarbanes-Oxley compliance efforts.
Along with the VP of Field Audits, serve as point of contact for Division and field audit related inquires from internal and external parties.

Qualifications:
4-year college degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field or equivalent work experience (5 years minimum). Advanced degree a plus.
CPA, CMA, CIA, or applicable professional certification.
12 or more years of professional experience with a combination of public accounting, public company and Internal Audit experience. Healthcare industry experience preferred.
5 years minimum management experience.
Broad working knowledge of auditing techniques, auditing standards and risk assessment approaches. Knowledge and experience in the review of business processes, systems implementation, and process reengineering.
Knowledge and experience in Sarbanes-Oxley 404 and 302 requirements, including documentation, key control identification, testing and assessment preferred.
Strong experience in performing and leading divisional/field risk assessments as well as development and execution of audit plans.
Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop team members to ensure for successful performance and mobility.
Ability to travel to various HealthSouth facilities as needed.

HealthSouth is one of the leading providers of outpatient surgery, diagnostic imaging and rehabilitative healthcare services with locations nationwide and abroad.

HealthSouth offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k), medical, dental, and vision insurance, and more.

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HEALTHSOUTH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Schedule:
Full Time

Education Required:
Bachelors Degree

Experience Required:
See Job Description

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