VP of Risk Management and Internal Audit

Korn Ferry has partnered with a leading health plan in the state of Mississippi in search of a Vice President of Risk Management and Internal Audit. This organization supports health and wellness in Mississippi by connecting individuals with quality healthcare providers, employers, and community groups. Its benefits aim to help members manage their health through preventive care and access to essential services, starting with a wellness visit at no cost.

The organization collaborates with employers to promote healthier workplaces and provides resources to help individuals understand their health and benefits. It also partners with community leaders to make wellness resources widely accessible. Through these efforts, the organization is making a positive impact on the health of communities across the state.

About the Role :

The Vice President of Risk Management and Internal Audit is responsible for coordinating all Internal Audit functions throughout the Company. The incumbent ensures that Company management and the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors are provided information and recommendations relating to the control environment of the Company which are reliable and accurate, and that the business areas are operating efficiently and effectively through audits and special projects. The Vice President of Risk Management and Internal Audit is also responsible for providing leadership to establish and maintain a comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management program. The Vice President will develop and direct the processes for assessing, monitoring, and reducing the Company’s relevant risks.

Job-Specific Requirements :

• A Degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, or other field which complements the practice of Internal Audit and Risk Management
• Must have at least 5 years of audit or accounting experience
• 3 years management experience in Internal Audit required
• Two years controls auditing / documentation experience preferred
• Working knowledge of enterprise-wide, formal frameworks, such as COSO, and / or HITRUST.
• Significant exposure to executive management and board or directors preferred
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Must be willing to relocate to Mississippi and work on-site, as this is not a remote role.