We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced operations auditor to join our team at Protective Life Insurance Company. The Senior Auditor will be responsible for leading and conducting operations audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with company policies and procedures. This position requires a strong understanding of auditing principles and practices, as well as the ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
*The internal title for this position is Analyst II, Op Compl Audit
Primary Responsibilities:
- Plan, organize and lead operations audit engagements, including risk assessment and scoping, develop audit programs, perform testing and documentation of results.
- Identify and evaluate internal control weaknesses recommending solutions to improve controls, including identifying areas for process improvement and cost savings.
- Prepare audit reports clearly communicating findings and recommendations to management, including tracking progress of action plans and ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner.
- Monitor and follow-up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure corrective actions are taken and are effective in addressing the identified issues.
- Stay current on industry developments and regulatory requirements to ensure audit procedures are updated to address any changes.
- Collaborate with other departments and teams to ensure all areas of the company are in compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as industry regulations.
- Provide oversight of Institute of Internal Audit professional practices, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards, and maintaining the integrity of the audit process.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in auditing, with insurance industry experience preferred
- CIA, CPA, or other relevant professional certification required
- Strong understanding of auditing standards and internal control frameworks
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel and audit software.
If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for auditing and the insurance industry, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume for consideration.
Protective’s targeted salary range for this position is $62,000 to $85,000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, job location, skills, and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protective’s total compensation package for employees.
This position also offers additional incentive opportunities [through an annual incentive based on individual and Company performance] OR [through cash compensation as part of a sales incentive plan (SIP).
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Protective Life Corporation (Protective) provides financial services through the production, distribution and administration of insurance and investment products throughout the United States. Protective traces its roots to its flagship company founded in 1907, Protective Life Insurance Company. Throughout its more than 110-year history, Protective’s growth and success can be largely attributed to its ongoing commitment to serving people and doing the right thing — for its employees, distributors and, most importantly, its customers. Protective’s home office is located in Birmingham, Alabama, and its 3,000+ employees work across the United States. As of June 30, 2020, Protective had assets of approximately $123 billion. Protective Life Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings,
