Staff Internal Auditor

HUB International • Chicago, IL

3d • $60,000 - $80,000

About The Position

At HUB International, we are a team of entrepreneurs. We believe in protecting and supporting the aspirations of individuals, families, and businesses. We help our clients evaluate their risks and develop solutions tailored to their needs. We believe in empowering our employees to learn, grow, and make a difference. Our structure enables our teams to maintain their own unique, regional culture while leveraging support and resources from our corporate centers of excellence. HUB is one of the largest global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a boundaryless array of business insurance, employee benefits, risk services, personal insurance, retirement, and private wealth management products and services. With over $5 billion in revenue and almost 20,000 employees in 600 offices throughout North America, HUB has grown substantially, in part due to our industry leading success in mergers and acquisitions. Position Summary Internal Audit (IA) provides independent assurance and advisory services to help Hub International effectively identify and mitigate critical business risks. The Staff Auditor is a key contributor to the department's audit and advisory engagements, including operational audits, compliance reviews, and SOX-related testing of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR). Reporting to Internal Audit management, the Staff Auditor executes process walkthroughs, documents control narratives, performs control testing, and drafts audit findings across a variety of business areas. The Staff Internal Auditor is also expected to develop a working familiarity with the external financial statement audit process and may perform direct-assistance activities on behalf of Hub's external auditors. The ideal candidate can manage competing priorities across multiple concurrent projects, has a strong desire to improve processes through data analytics and technology, and brings creativity and flexibility to meeting departmental objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience; experience with a nationally recognized public accounting or consulting firm preferred.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex findings clearly and concisely.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects effectively, both independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CIA, or related professional credential — or active pursuit of one.
• Exposure to SOX compliance testing, COSO framework concepts, or PCAOB auditing standards.
• Experience with enterprise financial systems such as Oracle Fusion, Hyperion, Smart View, BlackLine Workiva, or business intelligence / data visualization tools.
• Insurance or insurance brokerage industry experience.
• Demonstrated interest in applying automated and technological solutions to audit and financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned internal audit planning tasks, including conducting process walkthroughs, preparing process narratives and flowcharts, developing risk assessments, and identifying key controls.
• Test the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and clearly document results, exceptions, and conclusions in accordance with department methodology and professional standards.
• Draft well-written audit observations and recommendations for review by Internal Audit management.
• Assist in the execution of the Company's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, including walkthroughs and testing of key controls over financial reporting.
• Document and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of SOX-relevant controls within in-scope business processes (e.g., revenue, procurement, financial close, IT general controls).
• Identify and communicate control deficiencies, including potential significant deficiencies or material weaknesses, to Internal Audit management in a timely manner.
• Support the remediation tracking process by following up on management action plans related to SOX control gaps.
• Coordinate with external auditors during their integrated audit, including preparing workpapers and supporting documentation for their reliance on internal audit testing.
• Administer and help strengthen the department's project management tools, status reporting, and audit workpaper standards.
• Collaborate and communicate directly with corporate and regional finance, accounting, and operational leadership in a high-visibility capacity.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit processes by identifying opportunities to leverage data analytics, automation, and technology.

Benefits

• HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits such as vacation, sick, and personal days, and eligible bonuses, equity and commissions for some positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees