Compliance and Internal Auditor

At Catholic Charities of Long Island, compliance is about more than policies and procedures—it’s about protecting the people we serve, safeguarding vital resources, and ensuring that our commitment to dignity, compassion, and accountability guides everything we do.

Our mission is to share the love of Jesus by offering dignified and compassionate care to poor and vulnerable neighbors of every faith and background. Inspired by the Gospel message that every human life is sacred, we are seeking a Compliance and Internal Auditor who is passionate about ethical leadership, risk management, continuous improvement, and mission-driven service.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will play a key role in strengthening organizational integrity, promoting regulatory compliance, and ensuring that our programs and resources are managed responsibly. This is an opportunity to use your analytical expertise and professional judgment to make a meaningful difference across an organization dedicated to serving others.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the Agency’s Compliance Program, policies, training, and corrective actions.

Serve as Acting Compliance Officer and HIPAA Privacy Officer, safeguarding confidential information and overseeing privacy and identity-protection initiatives.

Investigate compliance concerns and coordinate regulatory reviews, external audits, and corrective actions.

Promote a culture of ethics, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the Agency.

Lead risk-based internal audits, financial reviews, and the Agency’s Federal Single Audit.

Identify risks and recommend improvements to internal controls, operations, and fraud prevention.

Present findings and recommendations to executive leadership, committees, and the Board of Trustees.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Health Administration, or a related field.

Three to five years of experience in internal auditing, compliance, or risk management; public or private accounting experience preferred.

Knowledge of compliance, HIPAA, privacy, and fraud, waste, and abuse prevention.

Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining independence and confidentiality.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a valid New York State driver’s license, with the ability to travel throughout Long Island.

A commitment to Catholic Social Teaching and the mission and values of Catholic Charities.

Rate of Pay: $90,000 per year

This rate of pay serves as a good faith estimate. Actual pay is based on a number of factors which may include a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and work location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation, such as the value of benefits, which may be applicable to this position.