Senior Internal Auditor

Are you looking to make an impactful difference in your work, yourself, and your community? Why settle for just a job when you can land a career? At ICW Group, we are hiring team members who are ready to use their skills, curiosity, and drive to be part of our  journey as we strive to transform the insurance  carrier space. We're proud to be in business for over 50 years, and its change agents like yourself that will help us continue to deliver our mission to create the best insurance experience possible.

Headquartered in San Diego with regional offices located throughout the United States, ICW Group has been named for ten consecutive years as a Top 50 performing P&C organization offering the stability of a large, profitable and growing company combined with a focus on all things people. It's our team members who make us an employer of choice and the vibrant company we are today. We strive to make both our  internal and external communities better everyday! Learn more about why you want to be here!

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The purpose of this job is to provide comprehensive reviews of the Company’s business processes, internal controls, and risk management practices to ensure: effectiveness and efficiency of operations; reliability and integrity of financial and operational information; safeguarding of assets; compliance with laws, regulations, and contracts. This position exists to perform audits that generate recommendations to improve controls and processes, and ensures implementation of said processes, which will support the Company’s goals of revenue growth.

This position follows a Hybrid work model, and candidates must be able to work at one of the following branches:

San Diego, CA

Woodland Hills, CA

Pleasanton, CA

Sacramento, CA

Las Vegas, NV

Lake Mary, FL

Wayne, PA

Lisle, IL

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Conducts and leads audits of Company departments, programs, or processes designed to ensure that an adequate internal control structure exists, risks are properly identified and managed, and process efficiency is improved.

• Prioritizes and schedules audits based on the audit plan and the needs of the Company.
• Evaluates and appraises the functions and processes of each area or program with an emphasis on risk controls, internal controls, and process improvement.
• Designs and executes appropriate objectives, scope, and work programs for audits based upon review of documented procedures and discussions with departmental management and supervisory executives.
• Evaluates and appraises processes, policies, and procedures of each department or program to ensure they are comprehensive and appropriate.
• Prepares written reports on the findings of each audit with recommendations for new or changed policies, procedures, internal controls, and/or process improvements. 

Provides compliance support for Company departments in the areas of risk exposure, internal controls, and process improvements

• Ensures utilization of documented procedures within each department, assisting departments in development of written procedures as necessary.
• Engages in mediation process with audited department as to implementation; refer irreconcilable recommendations to departmental management.
• Follows up on approved recommendations within scheduled time frames.
• Participates in process and internal control improvement initiatives. 

Provides expertise, project management, and guidance both inside and outside the Internal Audit function

• Oversees the Company’s Model Audit Rule (MAR) testing process.
• Consults with external auditors where appropriate.
• Assists with discrete risk evaluation and internal control functions as assigned.
• Identifies and assesses strategic risks.
• Participates in the development of the annual audit plan and internal audit risk assessment.
• Assists with the department’s analytics and automation efforts. 

Maintains current professional practice knowledge and educate constituencies

• Participates in professional organizations relevant to the internal audit field
• Stays abreast of new regulations and standards affecting the company and the insurance industry.
• Provides regular education about audit requirements, regulatory compliance, and process efficiency to customers and other constituencies as requested. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university required in Finance, Accounting, Business, Insurance or related field. Minimum 3 – 5 years of relevant experience and/or training in internal auditing including operational, financial, compliance auditing, or IT auditing; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Insurance industry experience highly preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is desired.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and internal audit standards required. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills.  Excellent analytical ability and organizational skills required. Computer proficiency required (Excel, Outlook, Word).  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, financial reports, or legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.  Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

Office environment – no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands and employees are regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, and hear. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

This position operates in an office environment and requires the frequent use of a computer, telephone, copier, and other standard office equipment. Required to travel within a set territory to each insureds’ office location to conduct audits. 

We are currently not offering employment sponsorship for this opportunity

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The current range for this position is

This range is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses.  If hired at ICW Group, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors unique to each candidate, including experience, education and the location of the role and considers employees performing substantially similar work.

WHY JOIN ICW GROUP? 

• Challenging work and the ability to make a difference 

• You will have a voice and feel a sense of belonging 

• We offer a competitive benefits package, with generous medical, dental, and vision plans as well as 401K retirement plans and company match 

• Bonus potential for all positions 

• Paid Time Off

• Paid holidays throughout the calendar year 

• Want to continue learning? We’ll support you 100% 

ICW Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. ICW Group will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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