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Navien, Inc.

Manager of Internal Controls

Irvine, CA · On-site

$140K - $150K/yr

Manager of Internal Controls Internal Controls Irvine, CA Full-time What We Are Looking For The Manager of Internal Controls will be responsible for independently reviewing and evaluating the company ...

Navien, Inc.

Manager of Internal Controls

Irvine, CA

$140K - $150K/yr

Manager of Internal Controls Internal Controls Irvine, CA Full-time What We Are Looking For The Manager of Internal Controls will be responsible for independently reviewing and evaluating the company ...

Regal Executive Search

Internal Controls Specialist, CPA We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented individual to join our Team of professionals. We are a CPA/Business Management firm with approximately 30 employees. We ...

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How much do internal controls jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for internal controls in California is $131,909.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,700.00 and $167,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Internal Controls position, and why are they important?

Excelling in Internal Controls requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a background in accounting or finance, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with audit management tools, ERP systems (like SAP or Oracle), and certifications such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CPA are highly valued. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and collaboration skills set top professionals apart in this field. These capabilities are crucial for identifying risks, ensuring compliance, and driving effective process improvements within an organization.

What is an Internal Controls job?

An Internal Controls job involves designing, implementing, and monitoring processes to ensure a company's financial and operational activities comply with policies, regulations, and industry standards. Professionals in this role assess risks, identify control gaps, and recommend improvements to safeguard assets and prevent fraud. They often collaborate with finance, audit, and compliance teams to maintain strong governance. Effective internal controls help organizations achieve efficiency, accuracy, and regulatory compliance while reducing financial risks.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals in Internal Controls roles?

Professionals in Internal Controls often face the challenge of monitoring and adapting to constantly evolving regulatory requirements while ensuring processes remain efficient and compliant. They may need to balance the demands of thorough risk assessment with the practical limitations of available resources and time. Additionally, coordinating with cross-functional teams and communicating complex control concepts in a clear way can require strong interpersonal skills. Success in the role involves proactively identifying control gaps, managing multiple priorities, and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

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Infographic showing various Internal Controls job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $131,909 per year, or $63.4 per hour.
Internal Controls Consulting, Consultant

Internal Controls Consulting, Consultant

Blue Shield of California

Oakland, CA • Hybrid

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Blue Shield Of California rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 49 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

114th of 299 rated insurance

Job description

Your Role

The Internal Controls Advisory Services team provides objective consulting and advisory services designed to add value and assist management with establishing and maintaining an effective system of internal controls. The team helps Blue Shield of California accomplish its objectives by providing enterprise-wide oversight, advisory, testing, and monitoring while partnering with business functions that retain accountability for control execution and effectiveness. The Internal Controls Consulting, Consultant will report to the Senior Manager, Internal Controls Advisory Services. In this role you will be responsible for collaborating to strengthen the effectiveness of the organization's controls, drive substantial improvements in overall performance and position our organization for continued growth and success.

Your Knowledge and Experience

  • Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Requires a minimum of 7 years of prior relevant experience
  • Requires Internal Audit or SOX compliance experience, with a strong understanding of financial and non-financial internal controls and impact to operational processes
  • Experience supporting control automation initiatives or integrating controls with technology and data platforms
  • Leverages internal control expertise to develop practical, risk-based recommendations that address process and control gaps; effectively negotiates issues and drives resolution
  • Strong communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders and drive adoption of standardized control practices across lines of business
  • Experience in data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or Excel advanced functions) to analyze control and operational data, automate reporting, and support risk monitoring
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a dynamic and hybrid environment, with experience in health insurance industry preferred  
  • CIA or CISA certification preferred

Your Work

In this role, you will:

  • Partner with business and technology teams to identify, assess, and prioritize key risks, contributing to a dynamic internal controls workplan
  • Perform endtoend internal control assessments, including evaluating control design and effectiveness, analyzing evidence, and documenting processes, risks, and issues across financial, operational and vendor/third-parties processes
  • Translate complex risks into clear, actionable insights through concise reports and presentations for management and stakeholders
  • Apply a datadriven, curious mindset to explore automation, analytics, and emerging technologies that enhance control monitoring and advisory insights
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to control owners and functional leaders, providing guidance on control design, effectiveness, and remediation within defined governance and escalation frameworks
  • Collaborate with IT and business partners to understand system environments, data flows, and dependencies that inform effective control design
  • Develop highquality risk and control matrices, process narratives or flowcharts, and assessment documentation to support advisory and nonrecurring engagements
  • Monitor control health, track deficiencies, and support remediation oversight to closure in alignment with protocols
  • Promote adoption of automation, standardized workflows, and applicable tools to reduce manual processes and enhance monitoring capabilities

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