Intern - Internal Audit

Selectquote • Overland Park, KS

116d

About The Position

SelectQuote (SQ) Internal Audit is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Intern. The intern will assist the team in providing targeted objective assurance and insights relative to Company governance risk management and control practices. This position will assist audit management with executing the annual Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program performing audit procedures documenting the results of work performed and establishing recommendations based on observations. Position responsibilities also include building highly effective working relationships with internal clients assisting as an advisor on internal controls promoting best practices and effective processes.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in Junior or Senior year of college/university.
• Degree focused in Business Administration, Business, Finance, or Accounting.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness to learn and develop an understanding of internal control concepts, frameworks, and risk management, and apply them to the evaluation of business processes/areas/functions.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a diverse group of people.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Effective organization and time management skills to execute assigned tasks.
• Disciplined work ethic independently or as part of a team.
• Strong oral presentation and written communication skills.
• Effective persuasion techniques to facilitate interfaces with individuals across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Identify risks and opportunities associated with specific business processes as related to financial reporting.
• Execute against defined test plans and evaluate management's controls around internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).
• Acquire an understanding of specific regulatory pronouncements and guidance related to ICFR and governance issues.
• Execute audits designed to assess the business operating and control risks associated with the internal business processes systems and governance structures established throughout the Company.
• Evaluate results, identify control and operational deficiencies or gaps, and assist with developing recommendations for management.
• Prepare clear and concise descriptions of findings based upon audit results.
• Develop core competency in identification and evaluation of risks unique to the Company and industry and current best practices in addressing such risks.
• Assist with the improvement of management's processes and controls through a focus on innovation, process improvements, and effective use of technology.
• Maintain and enhance working relationships within the Internal Audit team and throughout the organization by providing clear, concise, accurate, and responsive information in a timely manner and fostering an environment of teamwork and high quality customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree