Staff Auditor

Job Purpose

The Staff Auditor is responsible for the understanding and evaluation of the internal control and risk environment within Assurant, Inc. as assigned and includes (but not limited to) the following objectives:

• Participate on audit teams and perform control testing in compliance with established audit methodology while meeting all organizational and professional ethical standards.
• Participate in Internal Audit professional practice activities to improve the department’s ability to fulfil its charter.

Job Responsibilities

The Staff Auditor responsibilities include the following:

Participate in Audit Projects (up to 85%)

The primary function of this role is to participate on audit projects that identify risk, evaluate internal controls and report key findings for assigned business areas, and assess their impact to Assurant’s mission, strategy, and related business objectives. Specific tasks include but are not limited to the following:

• Perform risk-based audits through all phases of the audit including planning, testing, and providing written reports of key findings. 
• Use knowledge of finance, insurance industry & finance regulations, process management, general business, and subject matter expertise (IT, Data Analytics, etc.) to help Assurant business leaders manage risk.
• Understand, recognize, and communicate key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging financial, technical and industry developments.
• Participate in Assurant’s annual risk assessment and audit planning.
• Follow up on recommendations that help Assurant’s business leaders manage risk.
• Work with and support external auditors as required.
• Follow professional standards and IAS methodologies, policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure product quality.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of management and staff through written reports and oral presentations.
• Develop an understanding of Assurant Businesses and maintain awareness of significant industry, regulatory and business changes across the organization and their potential impact on the established control environment.
• Pursue professional development opportunities and share lessons with colleagues.

SOX / MAR / External Auditor Assistance

The role may require the individual to support and/or coordinate SOX/MAR compliance or PWC Assistance activities through the execution of testing and

communication to management. Specific tasks include but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in the development, review and implementation of test documentation, control narratives, procedures, and control testing.
• Work with and support external auditors as required.
• Review documentation for quality, consistency, and relevance.
• Assist with State and SEC examinations when required to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in periodic scoping and account process mapping.

The role may require the individual to participate in professional practice activities to support department development and help ensure that department processes, systems and methodologies effectively and efficiently enable the department to meet its chartered objectives. Specific tasks may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Participate on initiatives, centers of excellence and other team that enhance the quality, methodology and processes of the department.
• Assist IAS Leaders in talent management activities aligned with the IIA IPPF.
• Participate in Internal Audit Quality Assurance & Improvement Process activities aligned with the IIA IPPF.

Create, maintain, and communicate internal department policies and information using the department SharePoint sites.

Education

• Required: BS/BA degree (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university (preferably in Business Management, Accounting, Finance, or related field)

Knowledge and Skills

• General business knowledge
• Subject matter expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • IT & ITGC (change management, logical access, security, IT operations, data privacy, app development, governance, etc.)
  • SOX /SOC / MAR and other regulatory compliance
  • Finance, accounting, actuarial, ERP systems, tax, insurance, claims, etc.
  • Operations, supply chain, program and process, management, change management, etc.
  • Human resources, corporate culture, ESG, etc.
  • Data Analytics, automation, RPA, data visualization, data warehouse, data governance, data privacy.
  • Ability to analyze data, identify root causes and propose reasonable solutions that manage risk
  • Ability to write clearly and be focused on actionable and reasonable results
  • Ability to document work performed to enable external re-performance
  • Ability to think critically through recognizing assumptions, evaluating arguments, and drawing conclusions
  • Ability to maintain composure and deliver results while under pressure managing multiple assignments and priorities
  • Ability to learn quickly and apply abstract ideas to achieve measurable results
  • Ability to use simple data analytical tools (Excel, etc.) to analyze data

Leadership Skills

• • Ability to resolve conflict, negotiate and communicate effectively
  • Ability to build credibility and trust
  • Ability to analyze problems and make decisions
  • Ability to apply functional knowledge and develop subject matter expertise
  • Ability to collaborate with others and deliver results
  • Ability, desire and take the initiative to learn, adapt and grow beyond current responsibilities

Previous Experience

• • 0-2 years of experience in internal or external audit
  • Experience in formal communications (written and oral)
  • Experience in collecting and analyzing complex data, recognizing assumptions, evaluating information, and drawing logical conclusions

At Assurant, we celebrate the differences that make us who we are. By assembling extraordinary teams from a variety of races, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, experiences, and abilities, we’re able to better reflect the global communities where we live and work. By working to remove barriers, we ensure equity for everyone. The pursuit of inclusion rests with each of us. Because it’s only by listening to and representing the unique voices of every individual that we can innovate for all.

For further information about Assurant, please visit our website: https://www.assurant.com/