Vice President Internal Audit and Compliance

Vice President, Internal Audit and Compliance

We are looking for a Vice President, Internal Audit and Compliance to provide strategic direction and oversight for the organization’s audit and compliance programs. This VP leads a high‑performing team that ensures strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and ethical business practices across a complex healthcare and government contracting environment. They serve as a key advisor to senior leadership, delivering insights on risk, control effectiveness, and emerging compliance issues. This role drives continuous improvement, fosters a culture of integrity, and represents the Audit and Compliance functions in high‑visibility forums, including presentations to executive leadership and the Audit, Compliance & Risk Committee of the Board.

Salary Range

$235,000 ~ $275,000

Work Location

Our preference is for the employee to live in the state of Wisconsin to take advantage of hybrid work and collaboration. Employees within 45 miles of WPS Headquarters in Madison, WI, will be expected to work onsite 2 days a week on a regular basis.

We are open to remote work in the following approved states: Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.

Why This Opportunity Is Right for You

• Enjoy providing strategic leadership for the Audit and Compliance team, ensuring effective planning, execution, and reporting of all audit and compliance activities.
• Can oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of organizational audit and compliance programs, policies, and procedures.
• Assess enterprise risks and ensure appropriate internal controls are designed, implemented, and functioning effectively.
• Lead creation and execution of audit plans, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and organizational priorities.
• Deliver clear, concise, and accurate reports and presentations to executive leadership and the Audit, Compliance & Risk Committee.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders on control design, regulatory compliance, and emerging risk areas.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a high‑performing audit and compliance team; ensure continuous skill growth and performance feedback.
• Monitor regulatory and industry changes affecting healthcare, government contractors, and health insurance operations, recommending necessary updates.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance audit methodologies, data analytics, and compliance monitoring tools.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve audit findings, strengthen processes, and support operational excellence.
• Represent the Audit and Compliance functions in organizational projects, strategic initiatives, and high‑visibility discussions.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required due to Department of Defense restrictions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), or similar designation, or ability to obtain certification within 2 years of hire.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in internal audit, compliance, risk management, or related disciplines.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and governance principles.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly to Executive Leadership and the Board of Directors. This includes:
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision‑making abilities.
  • Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and tactical levels in a fast‑paced, highly regulated environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within Health Insurance, Healthcare environments, or federal government contracting.
• Experience with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Defense Health Agency (DHA), or Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
• Experience conducting investigations.

Remote Work Requirements

• High speed cable or fiber.
• Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection.

Benefits

• Remote and hybrid work options available.
• Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities.
• 401(k) with a 100% match for the first 3% of salary and a 50% match for the next 2% of salary (100% vested immediately).
• Competitive paid time off.
• Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start DAY 1.
• Professional and Leadership Development Programs.
• Additional benefits available through company portal.

This position may provide support to federal health care programs and other governmental or regulated industries. Individuals in this role are subject to all applicable federal regulations, agency contract requirements, and company policies, including standards for data security, privacy, confidentiality, and program integrity. Personnel are required to undergo mandatory enhanced screening and background investigation before being granted access to information systems and/or sensitive data.