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Job PurposeThe Jackson Financial Inc. Internal Audit team (JFI IA) is an independent assurance function that assists the Board, Executive Committee, Audit Committee (AC) and Risk Committee (RC) in protecting the assets, reputation and sustainability of the organization through the objective, risk-based assessment and reporting of the overall effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes across the organization and by appropriately challenging executive management to improve the effectiveness of those processes. The JFI IA team also leads activities supporting compliance with Sarbanes Oxley Section 404 and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Model Audit Rule requirements (SOX and MAR Program). Auditors hold a critical role, supporting the execution of key audits across JFI, to the timeline agreed with the audit committee, and in line with internal and external standards and expectations.Essential Responsibilities- Works to build strong and effective working relationships with management, JFI IA team members, ‘second line’ functions, and external assurance providers.
- Supports the delivery of a portfolio of varied audit assignments on time and to quality and budget requirements.
- Continuously builds knowledge of the business and industry impacts for processes being audited.
- Tests key processes, controls and systems within the scope of the audit.
- Conducts audit work in alignment with regulatory expectations, industry best practices and internal audit standards.
- Assists the Senior Auditor, Lead Auditor and Audit Manager in drafting audit observations and agreeing resulting actions.
- Supports the evaluation of audit observation closure by Management through control testing.
- Executes SOX and MAR testing activities.
- Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
- Ability to learn and apply internal audit standards and methodologies.
- Ability to positively engage with internal and external parties.
- Ability to learn to effectively and efficiently perform process and system walkthroughs and document data and information.
- Ability to execute work plans and conduct work effectively to time and quality requirements and in-line with regulatory, industry and JFI IA requirements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong team player, as evidenced by the ability to contribute to team effort, share responsibility for team results, and exhibit a positive attitude.
- Demonstrated ethical behavior.
- Ability to grasp issues quickly, address problems and keep the audit team informed of challenges.
- Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office. Familiarity with audit productivity software packages or the capacity to learn.
- Willingness to travel domestically (approximately 10-20% of time).
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- Audit, risk management, compliance or financial services experience (internal and/or external) preferred.
- Recognized Audit/Accountancy, Risk Management or Compliance qualification preferred.
Jackson is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. The Company subscribes to and endorses federal and state laws and regulations relating to equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, legally-recognized disability, marital status, legally-protected medical condition, citizenship, ancestry, height, weight, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other factor not related to the needs of the job. The Company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Company facilities and campuses are tobacco-free environments.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Audit, risk management, compliance, or financial services experience
- Recognized audit/accountancy, risk management, or compliance qualification
What We Do
Jackson® is committed to helping clarify the complexity of retirement planning. Our range of annuity products, financial know-how, history of award-winning service*, and streamlined experiences strive to reduce the confusion that complicates retirement plans. We dedicate our time, money, and resources to strengthening financial literacy, striving to make sure every American has access to the resources they need to master their money and their future. We believe by providing clarity for all today, we can help drive better outcomes for tomorrow. Interested in becoming one of our associates? We develop and celebrate talent in many areas, from sales and marketing to consulting and compliance. We know that diversity and inclusion make us all stronger together. Learn more about our products at jackson.com Contact Us Jackson.com 517/381-5500 – General Information 800/644-4565 – Contract Owners 877/565-2968 – Values and Contract Information * SQM (Service Quality Measurement Group) Contact Center Awards Program for 2004 and 2006-2021. (To achieve world-class certification, 80% or more of call-center customers surveyed must have rated their experience as very satisfied, the highest rating possible.) Jackson® is the marketing name for Jackson National Life Insurance Company® (Home Office: Lansing Michigan) and Jackson National Life Insurance Company of New York® (Home Office: Purchase New York). Jackson National Life Distributors LLC. SMPR1292 03/23









