Internal Auditor

Job Description

Job Description

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Apply today for an opportunity to join one of North America’s top insurance premium financing companies. Since 1977, our company has grown to more than 500 Associates and 30 locations across the United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada.

Every day, we work to deliver on our Corporate Mission Statement: “To be the market leader by delivering innovative financial and technology solutions to help our Customers, partners, and investors achieve their goals.”

How do we do that? By empowering and encouraging our Associates to provide products and legendary Customer service unparalleled in our industry.

For Our Associates:

• At the office: Based on your location, we offer parking and commuter benefits programs to help make your commute a little easier.
• Getting started: We offer a comprehensive paid training program that will make you feel prepared and excited about your role.
• Staying healthy: Our wellness program, WellWorks, combined with our Employee Assistance Program (for when you need confidential support), help you keep an eye on short and long-term goals and any bumps that pop up along the way. We are also proud to support your health and fitness goals by providing gym membership subsidies.
• Preparing for your future: Imperial PFS offers a 401(k) with a company match
• Company culture: Our Associates are the foundation of our company and we want you to enjoy working here! With company lunches, corporate outings, and even the occasional ice cream truck, you never know what will pop up to make your day.
• Peace of mind: Our insurance benefits include medical, prescription, dental, voluntary vision, voluntary life/dependent life, group term life, and AD&D.
• Time to recharge: We offer paid time off, including vacation and sick time, along with paid holidays, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

The Internal Auditor supports the organization's risk management and internal control environment by executing risk-based audit engagements. This role evaluates the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes to promote compliance with applicable regulations, strengthen internal controls, and improve operational efficiency. The Internal Auditor partners with business stakeholders to provide actionable insights and recommendations that mitigate risk and support continuous improvement. This position is responsible for preparing audit work papers, documenting findings, and communicating audit results in accordance with departmental standards. The individual works both independently and collaboratively as part of the Internal Audit team.

• Perform risk-based audits, including planning, fieldwork, testing, documentation, and reporting activities, in alignment with the annual audit plan and professional auditing standards.
• Obtain, analyze, and evaluate evidentiary data to develop objective conclusions regarding the effectiveness of internal controls and operational processes.
• Identify, assess, and communicate control weaknesses, risk exposures, compliance concerns, and opportunities for improvement while providing practical recommendations.
• Prepare complete and accurate audit work papers that adequately support audit conclusions and comply with departmental standards.
• Lead or assist in presenting audit findings and recommendations to management.
• Assist in the annual enterprise risk assessment process, including identifying, monitoring, and evaluating organizational risks.
• Support the development and execution of the annual audit plan based on risk assessments, management objectives, and Audit Committee requirements.
• Collaborate with external auditors by providing requested documentation, analysis, and support during audits and reviews.
• Participate in special projects, investigations, and consulting engagements as assigned.
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with business leaders, management, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of audit methodologies, processes, and reporting practices.

• Knowledge of auditing principles, standards, methodologies, and risk assessment techniques.
• Understanding of operational concepts, practices, and internal control frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.
• Ability to evaluate complex information and develop practical recommendations.
• Experience with data analytics tools and techniques; advanced Excel skills required.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar data analysis tools preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

• Post Graduate Diploma required.
• Two to five years of internal audit, external audit, risk management, accounting, compliance, or related experience.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CRMA, or similar auditing/risk credentials preferred.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position, sitting and/or standing, for extended periods of time.
• Frequent use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
• Repetitive hand and finger movements, including typing and data entry.
• Ability to read and review information on computer screens, documents, and other written materials.
• Ability to travel to company locations as needed.
• Ability to operate a company vehicle when required.

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