Senior Director, Internal Auditor

Summary:
The Sr. Director is a key leadership position within the Office of Internal Audit at Rochester Regional Health (RRH). Working under the direction of the SVP, Chief Audit Executive and in partnership with other senior leaders across the RRH system, the Senior Director, Internal Audit oversees the Internal Audit program, serving as an independent and objective function that evaluates internal controls, identifies organizational risks, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. This strategic leadership role is responsible for safeguarding the integrity of financial reporting, enhancing operational efficiency, and promoting ethical conduct across the health system.

Through comprehensive risk assessment, strategic audit planning, and close collaboration with senior stakeholders, the Senior Director of Internal Audit plays a pivotal role in strengthening Rochester Regional Health’s internal governance framework. This position ensures organizational compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, while also supporting the Audit & Compliance Committee of the Board of Directors and executive leadership with transparent reporting and actionable insights that promote continuous improvement
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The Office of Internal Audit is dedicated to advancing Rochester Regional Health’s strategic and operational goals by employing a disciplined, systematic approach to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes. Operating as an independent and objective resource, the office provides critical assurance and guidance to both leadership and the Board. It also serves as a confidential final channel for individuals to raise concerns when other formal reporting mechanisms have been exhausted, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to ethical conduct, accountability, and transparency.

Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership, Policy Oversight & Governance
• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive internal audit strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Strengthen internal governance by evaluating risk management, control frameworks, and compliance practices.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Audit & Compliance Committee of the Board.
• Promote a culture of ethical behavior and compliance with the organization’s Standards of Conduct
• Ensure adherence to System policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Develops, initiates, maintains, and revises policies and procedures for the Internal Audit Program, ensuring alignment with legal, ethical, and organizational standards.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with departments such as Legal, Risk Management, Finance, and People Resources to direct audit issues to appropriate channels for investigation and resolution.
• Stay current with healthcare regulations, industry trends, and best practices in internal auditing.

Risk Assessment & Audit Plan Execution
• Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments to identify and prioritize areas of concern and develop a comprehensive audit plan aligned with organizational priorities
• Develop and manage annual audit plans that address high-risk areas and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure audits are executed efficiently, with clear objectives and actionable outcomes.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and execution of the annual Internal Audit Program.
• Monitors the performance of the Internal Audit Plan and takes steps to improve effectiveness.
• Collaborate with external auditors, regulators, and internal stakeholders to support audit activities
• Periodically communicates the status and results of the annual audit plan, including an assessment of departmental resource sufficiency.

Reporting & Communication
• Deliver transparent, timely reports to senior leadership and the Audit & Compliance Committee, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
• Translate complex audit results into strategic insights that support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Coordinates audit activities across departments to monitor trends and ensure alignment while maintaining open lines of communication with stakeholders across departments to foster collaboration and accountability.
• Provides regular reports to the Audit & Compliance Committee and senior management on the operation and progress of audit recommendations, management’s response and the overall status of findings.