Internal Auditor

Overview

This role is within the Internal Audit team of an insurance organization. The position is Remote and Full-Time.

This is a strong opportunity for an early-career audit professional to build experience across SOX compliance, financial controls, operational audits, risk assessment, and insurance-specific audit work. You will work closely with a Senior Internal Auditor to support execution of the organization’s annual audit plan.

Responsibilities

• Assist with execution of internal audits across financial, operational, and information technology processes and controls
• Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing, including preparation of audit programs, confirmations, meeting materials, and control documentation
• Perform testing related to third-party administrator (TPA) audits, including premium, cancellation, and claims testing
• Conduct walkthroughs and interviews with business stakeholders to understand processes and evaluate the design of internal controls
• Request and review supporting documentation and perform testing to assess control effectiveness
• Evaluate areas such as authorization, supporting documentation, recording accuracy, and segregation of duties
• Analyze data and test compliance with laws, regulations, internal policies, and procedures
• Identify potential operational, financial, compliance, and fraud-related risks
• Document testing procedures and findings and assist with drafting audit reports and recommendations
• Support the annual risk assessment and development of the annual audit plan
• Assist with special projects as needed
• Travel up to approximately 10%

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or another related field
• 0-3 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, public accounting, or a related field
• Exposure to SOX compliance, internal controls, or audit testing preferred
• General understanding of accounting and insurance concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CIA, or progress toward a professional certification is a plus

Ideal Background

Experience may include:

• Internal Audit
• Public Accounting / Assurance
• SOX or Internal Controls
• Risk & Controls
• Financial or Operational Audit