Senior Audit Manager, Internal Audit

Sun Life Financial•Portland, ME

65d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our team members are important to us, and we understand that each person's needs and circumstances are unique. While we have office locations throughout the US, we provide flexibility to work virtually, in the office, or a combination of the two, based on what works for you and the work you are completing each day. Most team members currently work virtually, coming into the office occasionally on key days to connect in person and/or as a team. Daily work hours also provide some flexibility for start and finish times as well as occasional accommodations that allow for other commitments that are important for you that may take you away from work during core business hours. In addition, Internal Audit fully participates in, and supports, Sun Life's quinquennial sabbatical program where, starting with your 5th work anniversary and repeating every five years after, you can take a 3-6 week sabbatical that includes an additional paid week off. This is an opportunity to join an engaged, inclusive, and collaborative team that is focused on individual development, building networks, and making an impact within the business. In this role, you will report to the Director, Internal Audit, and play a key role in the management and day-to-day execution of audit activities within the US business. You will have an opportunity to learn about our Dental, Group Insurance, Individual Life and Heath & Risk Solutions businesses, as well as informal people leadership and participation in Audit Methodology discussions. This role is focused on overseeing and executing audits by assessing risks, evaluating internal controls, making recommendations regarding control deficiencies, and identifying areas of opportunity for improvement. Through audit work, you will have the opportunity to develop competencies around leading discussions with senior management, influencing various levels of management, project management, and building client relationships across the organization.

Requirements

Degree in accounting, finance or business
Professional audit designation (e.g., CPA, CIA, CRMA, CISA)
5 years of audit experience in the financial services industry or equivalent
Proven ability to manage multiple projects
Proactive, energetic self-starter with the ability to manage and meet deadlines
Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to collaborate, influence and network effectively
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and ability to understand complex business processes, their risks and identify key controls
Knowledge of audit techniques, including planning, scoping, project management, evaluation and testing of internal controls
Knowledge of Risk Management and Operational Risk frameworks

Nice To Haves

Health Insurance background strongly preferred
Knowledge of or exposure to IT Risk and IT General Controls would be an advantage

Responsibilities

Manage and execute multiple complex audit engagements, ensuring proper coverage and consideration of auditing principles, practice and assigned time/budget
Monitor the progress of audit projects and provide appropriate leadership in completing the project according to department objectives
Support the documentation of business understanding, business objectives /performance/metrics, key controls, and test strategy to ensure that audit objectives and approach meet broader business needs
Lead meetings with clients to drive the audit process, presenting audit findings and recommendations; conduct audit opening and closing meetings with client
Support the assessment of key control design and execute testing of key controls and identify gaps
Prepare and review internal audit reports of findings and recommendations for delivery to management
Monitor audit findings through closure to ensure effective resolution
Actively build and manage relationships with business partners and corporate contacts
Identify opportunities to automate testing using Data Analytics and toolsets deployed internally (CAAT and analytical tools) or through the assessment of other monitoring/analytic tools available
Monitor key projects and strategic initiatives
Contribute to the development of the annual audit plan and risk assessment for the assigned portfolio
Play a proactive leadership role in championing and contributing to Strategic Priorities
Stay up to date on current best practices in risk management and control assessment; acquiring and sharing information related to industry thought leadership and best practices
Support career development of some audit employees through informal mentoring.
Provide meaningful and timely feedback to staff on strengths and areas for improvement during and after an assignment.

Benefits

While we have office locations throughout the US, we provide flexibility to work virtually, in the office, or a combination of the two, based on what works for you and the work you are completing each day.
Daily work hours also provide some flexibility for start and finish times as well as occasional accommodations that allow for other commitments that are important for you that may take you away from work during core business hours.
Internal Audit fully participates in, and supports, Sun Life's quinquennial sabbatical program where, starting with your 5th work anniversary and repeating every five years after, you can take a 3-6 week sabbatical that includes an additional paid week off.
comprehensive benefits, including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, medical coverage, company paid life and AD&D insurance, disability programs and a partially paid sabbatical program.
Plan for your future with our 401(k) employer match, stock purchase options and an employer-funded retirement account.
Enjoy a flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth.

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