Manager, Financial Controls - REMOTE

CNO Financial Group•Carmel, IN

3d•Remote

About The Position

CNO Financial Group is hiring a Manager, Financial Controls to be responsible for maintaining and operating the system by which management reviews and analyzes key internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) in support of management’s certifications and disclosures required under the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act, as well as the related external audit opinion. This role will lead supplemental statutory control procedures in support of management’s assessment regarding compliance with the NAIC’s Model Audit Rule and other statutory reporting requirements. Leveraging Finance’s shared pool of resources, the Manager, Financial Controls is responsible for determination of financial statement materiality, risk assessment and scoping, and maintenance of required documentation. This is your opportunity to work closely with the office of the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) and VP, Internal Audit and serves as the primary point of contact for the external auditor on ICFR (non-IT) related audit items.

Requirements

Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR), and the NAIC’s Model Audit Rule.
Apply thorough understanding of financial statement materiality, risk assessment methodologies, and scoping practices for internal audit.
Evaluate and test internal controls by designing, implementing, and documenting effective control frameworks.
Analyze and assess control deficiencies, and prepare clear, actionable reports for senior leadership and external auditors.
Collaborate with external auditors and facilitate audit procedures with minimal disruption to business operations.
Organize, prioritize, and manage quarterly and annual review cycles, as well as multiple projects simultaneously.
Lead shared resources, direct cross-functional teams, and mentor junior staff and interns.
Communicate effectively, engage with executive management, external auditors, and other key stakeholders using strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience to offset degree
5-7 years of experience in Internal/External Audit

Nice To Haves

Candidate location in Central or Eastern US time zone is preferred OR willingness to work Central or Eastern time zone business hours
CPA, CIA, or other related certifications
7-10 years of experience in Internal/External Audit within the Insurance Industry

Responsibilities

Collaborate with actuarial, finance, and internal audit teams to assess emerging risks and ensure comprehensive SOX and MAR controls coverage.
Work closely with the office of the CAO to determine planning materiality, in-scope financial statement accounts, related business processes, associated risks of financial misstatement, and key ICFR controls.
Maintain updated control documentation (narratives, flowcharts, risk control matrices).
Coordinate with external auditor to ensure effective and efficient audit, minimizing intrusion to business operations.
Oversee the annual walkthrough process.