Internal Audit Operations Senior Lead

Is the opportunity to join a culture where “We Do the Right Thing,” and “We Courageously Shape Our Future Together” important to you? If so, Guardian is seeking a resolute motivated individual to join our team as Audit Operations Senior.

This role supports both the Head of Strategy, Operations and Professional Practices and the Audit Operations & Technology Lead within the Company’s Internal Audit Department. This position is primarily responsible for supporting the effective functioning of the department by executing operational processes, including audit engagement and resource planning, management action plan monitoring, department reporting and dashboards, supporting audit quality assurance and improvement efforts, maintaining operational documentation and guidance, and technology enablement. This role acts as a liaison within the department to help streamline audit workflows, enhance reporting quality, and ensure alignment with internal policies and external requirements.

You are

A highly collaborative individual who is efficient and effective to work independently to complete assigned tasks. Has strong understanding of business processes, risks and controls as well, preferably in the insurance industry. Has the ability to multi-task and exemplify strong organizational and project management skills in a deadline-driven environment.

You will

• Execute audit operational practices in accordance with established methodologies and professional standards.

• This includes:

• conducting and maintaining the quality assurance program

• maintaining and updating department policies and procedures

• management of the department’s SharePoint site

• assisting with the management of audit software and technology needs

• using data collection skills to parse and summarize key data to be used in Internal and Board reports

• managing and verifying data used for Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and monitoring dashboards

• managing audit plan changes

• preparing communications covering progress changes and quality results

• facilitating meetings and discussions

• obtaining management input on solutions

• using critical thinking skills to identify improvements/enhancements in the audit process

• preparing clear, concise, high-quality reports and other audit documents that comply with the Department’s methodology

• managing work so that projects are completed on time and within budget·

• Demonstrate influencing skills when communicating with audit colleagues aimed to continually improve relationships.

• Collaborate with other members of the Audit Operations team to leverage their skill sets, experience, and expertise, providing the same.

• Monitor audit department dashboards and KPIs to ensure consistency throughout the department.

• Monitor and demonstrate compliance with departmental policies and practices, as evidenced by strong quality assurance results, and strong performance within standards and related metrics.

• Stay abreast of current issues, standard industry audit practices, regulations, and obtain continuing education and training.

You have

• Bachelor's degree

• 4+ years of proven experience in Interna Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance (Internal Audit Operations experience is a plus).

• Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA) or working towards a certification.

• Experience with data analytics tools preferred (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

• Experience with audit program software is a plus (e.g., TeamMate, ServiceNow).

• Familiarity with audit methodologies, risk frameworks (e.g., COSO), and regulatory standards (e.g., IIA Standards, Model Audit Rule)

Location

Hybrid: 3 days in Bethlehem PA; Holmdel NJ or Hudson Yards, NYC office. 2 days WFH.

Salary Range:

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

Our Promise

At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals.  Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.

Inspire Well-Being

As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].

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