Internal Control Analyst

Summary

UMass Chan Medical School is seeking an Internal Control Analyst to support ForHealth’s internal control framework. The role performs control testing, risk-based reviews, remediation tracking, audit coordination, process automation, data analytics, and accounting support.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Internal Control Manager in executing the department workplan
• Perform internal control testing to assess effectiveness and recommend corrective actions where needed
• Conduct routine and ad hoc spot reviews of selected transactions, reconciliations and control activities
• Develop preventive, detective, and corrective control mechanisms across financial & operational processes
• Conduct risk-based evaluations of internal controls over financial reporting, operations, and compliance to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements
• Assist in the process reviews and re-engineering of workflows to improve efficiency and reduce control failures
• Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) to detect emerging control risks and ensure timely mitigation
• Identify and automate manual processes to reduce inefficiencies and control lapses
• Assist in the developing and review of company policies and procedures to reflect evolving regulatory requirements and organizational needs
• Assist in the monitoring and review of outstanding internal control remediation plans
• Document exceptions, gather support, and prepare draft findings for review by the Internal Control Manager
• Follow up with process owners on remediation status and assist in tracking open items to resolution
• Support preparation of reports, dashboards and control metrics for management review
• Escalate overdue or high-risk items to the Internal Control Manager
• Assist in coordinating internal audits and external audit engagements
• Prepare monthly journal entries and assist in the monthly close process, including reviewing and submitting for approval as well as assisting staff accountants with questions regarding back up documentation
• Provide accounting analysis and support to departments as required
• Provide support to team members through cross-training
• Identify improvements to financial controls and reporting
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

• •Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. 
• •1-3 years Audit experience 
• •Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. 
• •Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly. 
• •Ability to work independently and collaborate across multiple teams. 
• •Experience with control testing, reconciliations, and data analysis
• •Professional certification (e.g., Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP), or similar). 
• •Experience designing compliance training programs and internal controls

Qualifications

Must Haves

• •Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. 
• •1-3 years Audit experience 
• •Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. 
• •Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly. 
• •Ability to work independently and collaborate across multiple teams. 
• •Experience with control testing, reconciliations, and data analysis

Nice to Haves

• •Professional certification (e.g., Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP), or similar). 
• •Experience designing compliance training programs and internal controls

Benefits

• 100% Remote