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Sr. Internal Audit Manager

Hawthorne, CA · On-site +1

$200K - $275K/yr

... recovery, and related domains) * Evaluate execute software development lifecycle controls across ... Strong analytical problem solving and project management skills * Public company experience (or ...

IT Internal Audit Manager

Hawthorne, CA · On-site +1

$140K - $220K/yr

... recovery, and related domains) * Evaluate execute software development lifecycle controls across ... Strong analytical problem solving and project management skills * Public company experience (or ...

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How much do recovery audit analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for recovery audit analyst in California is $88,476.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,600.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a recovery audit analyst?

Recovery Audit Analysts are professionals who review financial transactions, such as payments and claims, to identify errors, overpayments, or discrepancies. They typically work for healthcare organizations, insurance companies, or financial institutions to ensure compliance and recover lost revenue. Their role involves analyzing large datasets, investigating anomalies, and collaborating with other departments to resolve issues and implement process improvements. Recovery Audit Analysts help organizations minimize financial losses and maintain accurate records.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a recovery audit analyst?

To thrive as a Recovery Audit Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in finance, accounting, or healthcare administration, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with audit software, data analysis tools like Excel or SQL, and sometimes certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) are typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and organizational skills help you effectively collaborate with teams and deliver actionable insights. These skills are crucial for accurately identifying discrepancies, ensuring compliance, and recovering lost revenue for organizations.

How does a recovery audit analyst typically collaborate with other departments to identify and resolve discrepancies?

Recovery Audit Analysts work closely with departments such as finance, accounts payable, procurement, and compliance to investigate and resolve payment discrepancies. They often communicate findings through reports and meetings, ensuring all relevant stakeholders understand potential errors and recovery opportunities. This collaborative approach helps streamline processes, prevent future losses, and ensure accurate financial records across the organization.

What is the difference between Recovery Audit Analyst vs Claims Analyst?

AspectRecovery Audit AnalystClaims Analyst
CertificationsOften requires certifications like CPC, CCS, or similarMay require CPC or similar healthcare billing certifications
Work EnvironmentTypically in healthcare, insurance, or government agenciesUsually in insurance companies, healthcare providers, or government agencies
Job FocusIdentifies and recovers improper payments through auditsReviews and processes insurance claims for accuracy and compliance

Recovery Audit Analysts and Claims Analysts share overlapping skills in healthcare billing and auditing. While Recovery Audit Analysts focus on identifying and recovering improper payments, Claims Analysts primarily process and review claims for accuracy. Both roles are essential in healthcare finance and often work within similar environments, requiring certifications like CPC or CCS. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position aligned with their skills and career goals.

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Technology Audit & Advisory Senior Consultant

Roberthalf

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Facilitate the successful completion of project work plans and mentor team members.

  • Identify areas of risk and opportunities to increase efficiency for clients.

  • Assess, advise, and consult on technology-related topics such as cybersecurity, cloud assurance, and IT general controls.


Job description

JOB REQUISITION

Technology Audit & Advisory Senior Consultant

LOCATION

LOS ANGELES

ADDITIONAL LOCATION(S)

SAN FRANCISCO, SAN JOSE

JOB DESCRIPTION

You Belong Here

TheProtiviti Career providesopportunityto learn, inspire, and advance within a collaborative and inclusive culture.We hire curious individuals for whom learning is a passion. We lean into our mission:We Care. We Collaborate. We Deliver.
At every level, we champion leaders wholiveour values ofintegrity, inclusion, innovation, and commitment to success. Imagining our work as a journey, we believe integrity guides our way, inclusion moves us forward together, innovation creates new destinations, and our commitment to success empowers us to deliver on our vision to be the most trusted global consulting firm.

Where We Need You:

Protivitiis looking for a Technology Audit & Advisory Senior Consultant to join our growing team.

What You Can Expect:

As a Senior Consultant, youwill be a mentor, trainer, and coachto Interns and Consultants as youfacilitatethe successful completion of project work plans.You'llidentifyareas of risk and opportunities to increase efficiency.You'llstrengthen relationshipsand deepen your abilities to communicate, gain trust, and network withclient personnel and professional associates. At the direction ofManagers, you may accept responsibility for decision-makingin areas includingestablishing project scope and work plans,project staffing,preparation of deliverables, andapplication of methodologies.

At Protiviti, Technology Audit & Advisory focuses on:

  • Helping clientsbetter manage risks associated with their use of technology, protecting and enhancing enterprise value.

  • Innovation:identifyingsolutions to client problems related to technology, helping them to rethink howtechnologyprocesses are managed by incorporating AI and automation.

  • Technology enablement:Incorporating analytics, AI, automation and other new tools and methods in the execution of audit work for our clients, enabling a deeper, broader, more efficient, and more insightful analysis of our clients' technology risks.

  • Staying current:We support a broad set of potential certifications and relatedtrainingsfor our team, equipping our technology audit organization to stay at the forefront of emerging risks and trends.


Consultants in Technology Audit & Advisory work with clients to assess,identifyrisk, advise, and consult on different technology-related topics, including:

  • Cybersecurity

  • Cloud Assurance

  • Project Risk Advisory

  • Technology Risk Management and Assessment

  • IT General Controls (ITGC)

  • AI and Data Governance

  • Data Privacy

  • Technology Regulations

  • Enterprise Applications

  • Technology Resilience

  • IT Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance

  • Emerging Technologies

  • 2ndLine Controls Governance

  • Technology Enablement

What Will Help You Be Successful:

  • You enjoyidentifyingareas of business and technology risk, and opportunities to improveefficiency, increase performance, andhelp clients betterutilizeall technologies.

  • You are motivated to learn and interested in all things related to data and technology, including the latest trends and developments.

  • Youare passionate aboutbuildingrelationships with clients andproviding clients with exceptionalexperiences.

  • You have an inherent interest in project management and team leadership.

  • You contribute toa positiveteam culture thatfosters open communication among all engagement team members.

  • You create development opportunitiesfor othersand ways for your team to improve ourclients and communities.

  • You haveinterestin working with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries.

  • You are versed inleveragingAI to enhance personal productivity as well as internal audit and SOX activities, including planning,fieldworkand reporting.

Do Your TalentsInclude the Following?

Experience with or understanding of:

  • IT audit methodologies and developing necessary audit deliverables, including process flows, work programs, audit reports, and control summaries.

  • Commonly used internal control frameworks, including COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS, ITIL, etc.

  • Sarbanes-Oxley Act provisions and methodologies for achieving compliance, in particular thetechnologyimplications and requirements.

Exposure to and/or interest in:

  • The latest trends and developments in data and technology, including high-growth topics of cybersecurity, cloud, data governance, privacy, analytics, enterprise applications (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics etc.), disaster recovery, systems development methodologies etc.

  • Analytics and technology enablement (automation, AI/MLetc.).

  • Evaluating, summarizing, organizing, and interpreting data.

  • Establishing and cultivating business relationships and a professional network.

  • Ability to translateand communicatetechnology topics and audit issuestoclient personnel, including executives.

  • Supervisory experience of teams including mentoring, oversight and review of work, coordination across teams, and understanding how to motivate.

  • Experience performing documentation of findings and summarizing recommendations.

Your Educational and Professional Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree inarelevant discipline (e.g.,Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, orbusiness-relatedfield).

  • 2+ years working in internal audit, consulting, assurance services, riskandcontrol programs, or relatedfield, either in professional services orindustry.

  • Proficiencyin Microsoft Office suite applications with specific emphasis on Word,Exceland PowerPoint. Secondary emphasis on Visio and Access.

  • ProficiencyinPowerBI, Tableau, Alteryx, SQL, Python,and/orRPA Solutionsa plus.

  • Professionalcertification such as CIA, CRMA, CISA, CISM, CISSP, or similarpreferred.

Our Hybrid Workplace

Protiviti practices a hybrid model, which is a combination of working in person with a purpose and working remotely. This model creates meaningful experiences for our people and our clients while offering a flexible environment. The ratio of remote to in-person requirementsvariesby client, project, team, and other business factors. Our people work bothin-personin local Protiviti offices and on client sites, which can include local or out-of-state travel based on our projects and client requests and commitments.

Starting salary is based on a full-time equivalent schedule. Placement in the range is dependent upon experience, skills and geographic work location. Below is the salary range for this job.

$96,000.00 - $143,000.00

Our annual bonus plan provides eligible employees additional cash and/or discretionary stock compensation opportunities. Below is the bonus target opportunity for this job.

10%

The total cash range is estimated from the sum of the base salary range plus the bonus target opportunity. Below is the estimated total cash range for this job.

$105,600.00 - $157,300.00

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverages, FSA and HSA healthcare accounts, life and accident insurance, adoption and fertility assistance, paid parental leave up to 10 weeks, and short/long term disability. We offer eligible employees a company 401(k) savings and investment plan with an employer match of 50% on the first 6% of your contributions. We provide Choice Time Off (CTO) for vacation, personal needs, and sick time. The amount of (CTO) varies based on years of service. New hires receive up to 20 days of CTO per calendar year. Protiviti also recognizes up to 11 paid holidays each calendar year.
Learn more about the variety of rewards we offer at Protiviti at https://www.protiviti.com/sites/default/files/2026-01/2026_u.s._benefit_highlights.pdf.

Any benefits outlined are part of our reward offerings for full-time employees in the U.S. Your Open Enrollment materials, insurance contracts, plan documents and Summary Plan Descriptions together comprise the official plan document which legally governs the administration of your benefit plans. Protiviti reserves the right to terminate or amend your benefit plans in any way and at any time.

Protiviti is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veteran

As part of Protiviti's employment process, any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Protiviti is committed to being an equal employment employer offering opportunities to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us by sending an email to HRSolutions@roberthalf.comor call 1.855.744.6947 for assistance.

In your email please include the following:

  • The specific accommodation requested to complete the employment application.

  • The location(s) (city, state) to which you would like to apply.

For positions located in San Francisco, CA: Protiviti will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

For positions located in Los Angeles County, CA: Protiviti will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Protiviti is not registered to hire or employ personnel in the following states - West Virginia, Alaska.

Protiviti is not licensed or registered as a public accounting firm and does not issue opinions on financial statements or offer attestation services.

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