Job Description
An insurance client of Insight Global is looking for a Sr. Internal Controls Analyst to join their Internal Controls Unit team. The Internal Control Unit's primary responsibility is to partner with the business to manage their Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) SOX/MAR program as the second line of defense to ensure the internal control environment is adequately and effectively maintained. This person will be responsible for assisting the team in providing support, expertise, framework, and monitoring of subjects pertaining to internal controls to management - including risk of material misstatement (RoMM) assessment and scoping; development and maintenance of ICFR policy, procedures, and guidance; and deviation findings/deficiency evaluation, remediation, and aggregation analysis. They will start with meeting in the morning to plan out the day and discuss project updates and tasks to do, any planned meetings, control walkthroughs, and collaboration. Most of their time throughout the day will be spent reviewing projects and modifications, evaluating metrics to develop risk statements and mapping for financial statements, etc. This person will act as the liaison between the business and internal auditing and controls. This role is 100% remote!
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent
4+ years of experience in internal controls/internal audit
Fundamental understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and statutory (STAT) accounting
Proficient project management and planning skills, including organization and time-management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to interact, establish and maintain relationships across all levels of management including external relationships
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Visio, Outlook, Word)
Professional written and verbal communications skills, including active listening and presentation skills
Desired Skills
Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent; CPA, CIA, or CFE certification
Understanding of COSO integrated framework or AICPA audit and accounting guides
Experience in utilizing Workiva or SAP
Knowledge or experience in life and annuity actuarial processes
Insurance industry and/or financial services industry experience