Auditor I, Auditor II, or Senior Auditor en Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND)

Join BCBSND as an Auditor I, Auditor II, or Senior Auditor! These levels reflect increasing responsibility, skill, and leadership expectations, allowing professionals to join at the right stage of their career and grow within the organization.

All about us

You likely know us as an insurance company, but that’s just a portion of what we do. Hundreds of thousands of North Dakotans trust us to provide them with personalized service and unmatched access to care. It’s a mission we take seriously.

We also work with entities throughout the state to challenge the cost and complexity of health care in North Dakota. This uncompromising goal requires caring, innovative people who are ready and willing to help create a new level of health and well-being in North Dakota and beyond.

Work environment

This position offers the flexibility of an onsite, hybrid, or remote work arrangement.

We empower our employees to find a work style that is best for them. Learn more at Life at Blue | BCBSND.

Pay information

• Pay Level: 020 | 022 | 024
• FLSA Category: Exempt - Salary
• Individual pay will be based on skills, experience, qualifications, location, internal equity, and other relevant factors. Opportunities for continued salary growth through a performance-based merit program.
• This posting reflects the full salary range for the Auditor II level. However, we are hiring for three levels: Auditor I, Auditor II, and Senior Auditor.
• The full range for the Auditor I position is $48,757.55 - $78,012.29. The estimated starting pay for the Associate Auditor position is $48,757.55 - $63,384.92.
• The full range for the Auditor II position is $58,545.55 - $93,672.88. The estimated starting pay for the Auditor position is $58,545.55 - $76,109.22.
• The full range for the Senior Auditor position is $71,101.18 - $117,317.05. The estimated starting pay for the Senior Auditor position is $71,101.18 - $94,209.12.

At BCBSND, we’re committed to providing fair and equitable compensation. The bullet points above outline the complete compensation ranges for each level within the audit career path. Please note that offers typically fall within the estimated starting pay range, at or below the midpoint, and in alignment with internal equity and role expectations. Individual offers are based upon candidates’ unique experience, education, and skillsets. The top of the range reflects the ceiling for this role and is only used for offers in exceptionally rare cases. We do not extend offers above the posted maximum.

A day in the life 

The  Auditor works jointly with team members in planning and performing assigned audit projects. This position assists in performing compliance, operational, financial, and basic information systems audits to ensure internal controls are operating efficiently and confirm operations comply with federal, state, and contractual requirements. This role participates in meetings with process owners throughout the audit process to introduce the project, purpose, and report results from the audit.

Level of responsibility will vary depending on role

Auditor I

Associate Auditor

• Assists in determining the purpose, scope, objectives, and procedures for assigned audit projects.
• Assists in risk assessments to identify potential risks that may impact the achievement of the organization’s objectives.
• Assists in performing operational, financial, and information system audits to evaluate effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls. Attends meetings with process owners, including entrance conferences, walkthroughs, and exit conferences.
• Drafts and delivers audit reports to management staff that include findings and recommendations for process improvement.
• Obtains and evaluates corrective action plans for appropriateness.
• Provides support and input for special projects, as requested. Analyzes and retrieves data appropriate for requested projects.
• Assumes a proactive role in the identification of process improvements.
• Assists with designated external audits.
• Appropriately protects member, provider and employee data used in audit work.
• Performs work under direct supervision. Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.

 Auditor II

• Performs and leads various audit and advisory projects. These project types may include operational, financial, and information systems to evaluate internal control effectiveness and efficiency. Participates in and facilitates meetings with process owners, including entrance conferences, walkthroughs, and exit conferences.
• Develops the purpose, scope, objectives, and procedures for assigned projects.
• Addresses and/or provides audit coaching comments accurately and timely, provides system improvements suggestions and internal control considerations.
• Performs risk assessments to identify potential risks that may impact the achievement of the organization’s objectives.
• Drafts and delivers audit and advisory reports to management staff that include findings and recommendations for process improvement.
• Obtains and evaluates corrective action plans for appropriateness.
• Assesses the company’s internal processes and provides recommendations and/or training.
• Collaborates with outside auditing vendors to coordinate required external audits within the organization.
• Provides support and input for specialized and in-depth projects as requested. Analyzes and retrieves data appropriate for requested projects.
• Assists with administration of audit software.
• Aids with identifying project plans and objectives through collaboration with management. Aids with specialized training within the department.
• Appropriately protects member, provider, and employee data used in audit work.
• Performs work under general supervision. Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.

Senior Auditor

• Performs and leads various audit and advisory projects. These project types may include operational, financial, and information systems to evaluate internal control effectiveness and efficiency. Leads or participates in meetings with process owners including entrance conferences, walkthroughs, and exit conferences. Develops the purpose, scope, objectives, and procedures for assigned audit projects.
• Assists with new and existing employee training on department techniques, methodologies, policies, and procedures. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge/skills areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.
• Addresses and/or provides coaching comments accurately and timely, provides system improvements suggestions, internal control considerations and discusses results from reviews to internal staff offering correct action needed.
• Performs risk assessments to identify potential risks that may impact the achievement of the organization’s objectives.
• Drafts and delivers audit and advisory reports to management that includes findings and recommendations for improvement.
• Obtains and evaluates corrective action plans for appropriateness.
• Assesses the company’s internal processes and provides recommendations and/or training as needed.
• Reviews audit files completed by department staff to ensure internal audit standards and departmental procedures are being followed.
• Provides support and input for specialized and in-depth projects as requested. Analyzes and retrieves data appropriate for requested projects.
• Assists with administration of audit software.
• Assumes a proactive role in the identification of project plans and process improvements.
• Collaborates with outside auditing vendors to coordinate required external audits within the organization.
• Appropriately protects member, provider, and employee data used in audit work.
• Performs work under minimal supervision. Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Coaches and mentor's department staff and collaborates with leadership to support strategic goals within the team.

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, information, technology or related field.
• Experience in auditing, risk management, business administration, process improvement or related experience, with a strong knowledge of audit processes and practice.
• Associate: minimum 1 year experience
• Auditor: minimum 3 years’ experience
• Senior Auditor: Minimum 5 years’ experience
• Certifications Required:
• Auditor I & Auditor II: No Certification Required
• Senior Auditor: CIA, CIPA or equivalent certification is required. Certification must remain active at all times and remain in good standing with the governing body of the certification.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Strong technical and professional knowledge in relevant domains.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced analytical thinking with a data-informed approach to decision-making.
• Solid problem-solving and resolution skills in dynamic environments.
• Excellent time and resource management capabilities.
• Certifications Required
• Associate & Auditor: No Certification Required
• Senior: CIA, CPA or equivalent certification is required. Certification must remain active at all times and remain in good standing with the governing body of the certification.

Equivalent combination of education, experience or training determined to be acceptable by Human Resources may be substituted, unless regulated by contract or program standards

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental and vision coverage accepted throughout the United States.
• Employer funded Lifestyle Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Arrangements.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting.
• Paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), PTO donation program, and paid parental leave.
• Voluntary benefits including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Term/Whole Life, Cancer Care Insurance, and more.

Additional company perks

• Robust mental health offerings including an Employee Assistance Program, Learn to Live, meQ.
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities and an Educational Assistance Program.
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time with a $200 donation to a charity of your choice upon completion of all volunteer hours.
• Employee recognition, community initiative events and yearly company outings.
• Workplace flexibility offering different options for working arrangements and the freedom to make time for important commitments.
• Opportunities to connect through employee committees.

Equal opportunity employment

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

For questions, please email [email protected].

This job posting will be closed 10/15/2025 at 8:00 a.m. (CT). No further applications will be considered.