Audit Principal

at Robert Half in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

To apply to this role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

You know what’s awesome? Chicago Summer. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your Summer. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within.

Job Description:

- Works independently to plan, execute, and report on various insurance related audits, including managing multiple projects simultaneously,

- Leads and/or conducts audit assignments (scope definition, audit preparation, realization, and follow-up) using a risk-based approach,

- Plan and execute audits in accordance with the audit methodology, including tailoring approach to the risks of each LoB and maintaining quality work papers,

- Initiates improvements of workflows, processes, security standards and documentation requirements as well as updates audit methods,

- Determines exposure of deficiencies and vulnerabilities to be remedied,

- Formulates proposals and best practice for solution; analyzes audit results, leads closing meetings, perform data analytics, manages communication with management and audit reports,

- Supports the management team in ad-hoc projects and in training team members,

- Assists in the maintenance of a dynamic audit universe and the risk assessment process,

- Keep abreast of industry and product specific developments and reflect relevant risks / controls in the audit execution,

- Perform follow up and escalation processes on open findings,

- Complies with the audit policies and the respective internal/external standards (independence, integrity, confidentiality, truth and fairness, security, economy, system conformity),

- Promotes team spirit and encourages cooperative behavior in the audit team during global audit projects, acting as role model,

- Maintains contacts within the organization and engages with stakeholders (relationship management / business liaison),

- Develop strong business acumen and bring value adding services to internal clients by developing control testing approaches and analytics,

- Develop process expertise and global insights by engaging in audits and utilizing internal trainings,

- Promote Internal Audit as a competent and trusted business partner and live the company’s values.

Requirements:

- 5-7 years of previous functional experience in internal or external audit, risk management or similar functions

- 5-7 years of insurance, consulting, and/or financial services industry experience

- Good knowledge of P& C and specialty insurance lines preferred

- The ability to travel including global travels (max. 25%)

- Sound understanding of traditional core audit, risk/controls, and / or accounting skills

- Good understanding of insurance and/or financial services industry

- Excellent understanding of MS Office software

- Excellent communication skills in English. Fluency in a second language preferred.

- Attention to detail, strong intellectual and analytical skills

- Demonstrate honesty, integrity, independence, capacity to stand alone and ability to challenge management

- Ability to interact in a global work environment and demonstrating awareness and ability to work in cross cultural environment

- Degree in business administration, economics, mathematics, information technology or sciences (or related field of study)

- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and / or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or related certifications (CFA, CISA) preferred

To apply to this role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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