Healthfirst

The Model Audit Rule (MAR) Manager is responsible for overseeing the execution and compliance of the organization’s MAR program. This role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring the MAR framework, leading risk assessments, coordinating testing, and collaborating with business units to strengthen internal controls. The MAR Manager will also work closely with external audits, senior management, and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with regulatory expectations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the MAR team
• Lead the development and execution of the MAR program, including financial specific risk assessments, control design evaluations and testing strategies.
• Oversee the scoping process to identify material accounts, significant processes, and key controls for MAR compliance.
• Develop and implement a risk-based approach to MAR testing, focusing on high-impact areas.
• Manage walkthroughs and testing of internal controls to assess design and operating effectiveness.
• Monitor control deficiencies, assess remediation efforts, and provide recommendations to enhance controls.
• Collaborate with process owners to address identified control gaps and improve control effectiveness.
• Provide guidance on best practices for internal controls and financial reporting compliance.
• Partner with finance, IT, and operational teams to ensure strong internal control processes.
• Act as a liaison between internal and external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient audit process.
• Prepare and present MAR status reports, findings, and recommendations to senior management and governance committees.
• Maintain clear and effective documentation of MAR-related activities, policies, and procedures.
• Stay current on regulatory developments, NAIC guidelines, and industry best practices to ensure compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of MAR compliance efforts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in internal audit, Sarbanes-Oxley/Model Audit Rule compliance, or financial controls assessment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong understanding of internal controls frameworks and financial reporting risks within Sarbanes-Oxley/Model Audit Rule compliance.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comprehensive PC skills including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior executives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One or more of the following certifications (or candidate), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Familiarity with IT general controls (ITGCs) and their impact on financial reporting.
• Healthcare or insurance company experience.

Hiring Range*:

• Greater New York City Area (NY, NJ, CT residents): $100,900 - $145,775

• All Other Locations (within approved locations): $86,500 - $128,690

As a candidate for this position, your salary and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, licenses and certifications, and any other factors Healthfirst deems pertinent to the hiring decision.

In addition to your salary, Healthfirst offers employees a full range of benefits such as, medical, dental and vision coverage, incentive and recognition programs, life insurance, and 401k contributions (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Healthfirst believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package wherever its employees work and live.

*The hiring range is defined as the lowest and highest salaries that Healthfirst in “good faith” would pay to a new hire, or for a job promotion, or transfer into this role.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.