Internal Auditor

About the role

The Internal Auditor will be a part of the Internal Audit team and work with business stakeholders to support the Company's Model Audit Rule (MAR) compliance program. This role will be responsible for planning and executing year-round testing of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), evaluating control design and operating effectiveness, and partnering with control owners to support timely remediation of identified deficiencies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of risk and controls, financial reporting processes, and regulatory compliance requirements within the insurance industry.

What you'll do

·       MAR Testing Execution – Execute the annual MAR testing program, including walkthroughs and testing of key controls over financial reporting.

·       Control Assessment – Assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls and document testing results in accordance with established methodologies and regulatory requirements.

·       Stakeholder Coordination – Partner with control owners to facilitate walkthroughs, obtain supporting documentation, and communicate testing expectations and timelines.

·       Deficiency Management – Identify, evaluate, and document control deficiencies, including assessing root cause, risk, and potential impact.

·       Action Plans Monitoring – Monitor action plans completion and validate the remediation of control deficiencies and support timely resolution of identified issues.

·       Documentation Maintenance – Maintain and update risk and control matrices, process narratives, flowcharts, and other MAR-related documentation.

·       Risk Assessment & Scoping – Assist with annual risk assessments, MAR scoping activities, and management's assessment of internal controls over financial reporting.

·       Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work with Finance, Operations, Information Technology, Compliance, and other business areas to evaluate control environments and address emerging risks.

·       Regulatory & Industry Awareness – Stay current on regulatory requirements, accounting developments, and industry best practices impacting MAR compliance and internal controls.

·       Internal Audit Support – Support Internal Audit initiatives, advisory engagements, and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience:

·       Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

·       3-5 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, SOX compliance, MAR compliance, risk management, or related areas.

·       Experience testing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and evaluating control design and operating effectiveness.

·       Knowledge of NAIC Model Audit Rule (MAR), Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), COSO Internal Control Framework, and risk management concepts preferred.

·       Insurance industry experience, particularly life and annuity insurance, strongly preferred.

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with Workiva or similar governance, risk, and compliance platforms preferred.

·       Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or progress toward certification a plus.

Skills:

·       Self-starter with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.

·       Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

·       Strong understanding of internal controls and risk management principles.

·       Strong interpersonal, verbal communication, and collaboration skills.

·       Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.

·       Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.