BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Audit and Investigations Branch plays a critical role in protecting the integrity of British Columbia’s publicly funded health programs by providing oversight of PharmaCare and the Medical Services Plan (MSP). Within the branch, the Billing Integrity Program is an established team that monitors, audits, and investigates practitioner billing practices to detect and deter inappropriate billing, support the recovery of incorrectly paid funds, and help ensure health care resources are managed responsibly. Working alongside auditors, medical inspectors, and health system partners, the team delivers high-impact work that supports accountability, compliance, and public confidence in the health care system.

The Role
As Team Lead, Audit, you will provide leadership and guidance to a team of senior auditors conducting complex audits of medical and health care practitioners, laboratories, medical facilities, and private clinics. In this key leadership role, you will oversee audit activities, act as the primary liaison with contracted Medical Inspectors, and support the identification and resolution of complex billing and compliance issues. This is an exceptional opportunity for a collaborative and analytical leader to contribute to the integrity and sustainability of the province’s health care system while leading meaningful work that helps safeguard public resources and ensure accountability within MSP-funded services.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), in good standing (Note: If your designation was obtained from outside of Canada, you will need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through an applicable Canadian Accounting Association.) 
• Minimum of three (3) years of related audit experience 

Related experience must include all of the following:

• Leading or supervising staff.
• Interpreting and applying legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures to determine appropriate course of action.
• Conducting complex financial, procedural and/or compliance auditing.
• Communicating on topics of a sensitive nature, with a proven track record of demonstrating accuracy, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Managing numerous complex concurrent projects.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience in statistical sampling techniques and extractive audit procedures utilizing advanced software packages such as MicroStrategy.
• Experience with the BC public healthcare sector.
• More than three (3) years’ experience in auditing.
• Experience presenting written material to a wide variety of clients, colleagues and/or senior management.
• Applicants who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).

Provisos:

• Must be able to travel. The Team Lead, Audit, is required to travel throughout the province to conduct onsite audits. 
• Must possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence.

*Note – The 6.6% Market Adjustment applies solely to the successful candidate with a Chartered Professional Accountant designation (including CA, CGA, CMA). The Market Adjustment will not be available should the successful candidate NOT have a recognized accounting designation. 

For questions regarding this position, please contact Sydney.Terepocki@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until June 2028. This position may be extended or become permanent.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
An eligibility list may be established to fill temporary and permanent vacancies.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to four (4) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.