Senior Finance Business Analyst - Mercy Virtual & Population Health

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Lead efforts in evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls utilizing CAATs (Computer Assisted Audit Tools) based on the current projects and business need. In addition prepare documentation and reports to communicate findings and recommendations to senior leadership under general supervision of the Senior Vice President Compliance. Has a solid understanding of general controls, best practices, and business processes.

Responsible for on-going monitoring and support of the ACL infrastructure and contributes to the overall department wide goals and objectives. In addition, work with process owners to define, develop and execute data analytics and implement continuous monitoring to evaluate, support, and enhance business processes. This includes leading efforts to define business requirements, identifying and extracting data, executing analyses, and preparing written documentation and deliverables.

Serves as system administrator for Compliance Department matters tracking database and other modules that are included within that application. Serves as a resource to assist with the development of statistically valid samples for purposes of compliance auditing. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Responsible for leading ACL data efforts. Through the use of a data analysis tool (ACL) participates in the evaluation of the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls, processes and identifies weakness/ opportunities for improvement, along with providing recommendations to mitigate or strengthen controls.

This position proactively works with Compliance and Medical Documentation Department co-workers to provide guidance and support on internal projects related to data retrieval, analysis, and other computer assisted audit techniques

Position Details:

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education:

Four-year college degree in Accounting, Information Systems or a technology-related field.

Experience:

Audit experience and /or experience with Computer Assisted Audit Tools (ACL)

Certification/Registration:

Other Skills and Knowledge:

• Advanced knowledge of AuditExchange and scripting in ACL
• Strong analytical skills, interpersonal, organizational and oral/written communication skills
• Self-directed, and able to work independently
• Proven ability to meet goals and work at a high performance level
• Ability to work within a team environment and interacting with management
• Superior skills in the extraction, merging and transformation of large data sets across systems and databases environments; at least three years ACL experience required
• Data analysis skills, with experience in designing analytical approach/methodology, identifying key findings, and producing output for a non-technical audience
• Experience using relational database platforms including SQL and Oracle required

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification/Registration: Professional Certification (ACDA, CISA, CIA, CPA) or advanced degree preferred.
• Other Skills and Knowledge: Healthcare experience preferred.
• Why Mercy?
• From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
• Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
• keyword(s): Audit
• Computer Assisted Audit Tools (ACL)
• Audit
• Computer Assisted Audit Tools (ACL)