Internal Audit Senior Associate

Johnson Lambert LLP • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

As a Senior Internal Audit Associate, you will be responsible for leading and actively participating in client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, and completing internal audits and consulting projects. Your responsibilities will include: Development of clients’ internal audit plans with the engagement team. Leading the review of clients' processes and controls against industry best practices and relevant frameworks. Conducting and supervising client walkthrough interviews, primarily relating to key controls and processes under audit. Identifying and evaluating process and control gaps in design and execution. Developing, rationalizing, and testing client internal controls and providing detail review for staff work. Assisting in developing complex project workpapers, data analysis workflows, and drafting client deliverables. Cultivating in-depth knowledge of clients’ businesses and the insurance industry by having direct client interaction. Thinking independently and strategically about your clients’ business and risks, providing recommendations for business and process improvements. Providing strategic business assurance to clients by assisting in the design and implementation of new processes and controls that address key risks. Planning work in appropriate priorities and sequences and managing staff to ensure client expectations and deadlines are consistently met. Manage projects to completion within timeline and budget. Manage project budgets, anticipate and communicate budget issues, and prepare budget to actual analysis on a regular basis. Mentoring and supervising Associates on engagements. Staying abreast of the latest advancements in automation technologies and exploring emerging trends and tools. Continuously evaluating existing processes, seeking opportunities to further optimize and automate. Actively participating in career development activities, including leadership, recruiting, marketing, and professional areas.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of progressive work experience in public accounting or internal audit, with a preference for experience within the insurance industry.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business/Administration.
• Interest in or actively pursuing a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation; other relevant certifications (CPA, CISA, etc.) are a plus.
• Experience or strong aptitude for using data analytics tools and techniques, such as PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau, or AI applications.
• A strong track record of leadership and experience managing staff or projects.
• Ability to work additional hours and travel to client sites as dictated by client needs.
• The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of statutory accounting principles, insurance business processes, a continuous improvement mindset, and a keen interest in leveraging technology to enhance audit workflows.

Responsibilities

• Development of clients’ internal audit plans with the engagement team.
• Leading the review of clients' processes and controls against industry best practices and relevant frameworks.
• Conducting and supervising client walkthrough interviews, primarily relating to key controls and processes under audit.
• Identifying and evaluating process and control gaps in design and execution.
• Developing, rationalizing, and testing client internal controls and providing detail review for staff work.
• Assisting in developing complex project workpapers, data analysis workflows, and drafting client deliverables.
• Cultivating in-depth knowledge of clients’ businesses and the insurance industry by having direct client interaction.
• Thinking independently and strategically about your clients’ business and risks, providing recommendations for business and process improvements.
• Providing strategic business assurance to clients by assisting in the design and implementation of new processes and controls that address key risks.
• Planning work in appropriate priorities and sequences and managing staff to ensure client expectations and deadlines are consistently met.
• Manage projects to completion within timeline and budget.
• Manage project budgets, anticipate and communicate budget issues, and prepare budget to actual analysis on a regular basis.
• Mentoring and supervising Associates on engagements.
• Staying abreast of the latest advancements in automation technologies and exploring emerging trends and tools.
• Continuously evaluating existing processes, seeking opportunities to further optimize and automate.
• Actively participating in career development activities, including leadership, recruiting, marketing, and professional areas.

Benefits

• Time Off: 25 days of paid time off for all professional level employees 24and half-day Fridays during the summer.
• Health & Retirement: Employer-subsidized medical & dental benefits for both employee and family, and a 401(k) with employer match.
• Professional Development: Financial support for certification review courses and exam fees (including CIA, CPA, CISA, etc.), and opportunities to attend internal training and webinars.
• Culture: A true “open-door” policy at all levels.
• Community: 2 paid days off annually for personal community service activities.
• Mentoring: Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback, fostering professional growth and technical skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees