Internal Auditor

Internal AuditorAt James River Group, we are committed to providing a stable and rewarding work environment supported by our Core Values and Guiding Principles: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Customer Service, Communication, and Teamwork. James River Group is a subsidiary of James River Group Holdings, Ltd. We are proud of our recent national recognition as a 2021, 2022, and 2023 Top Workplaces USA awards.James River Group Holdings, Ltd. is a Bermuda-based insurance holding company which owns and operates a group of specialty insurance companies. The Company operates in two specialty property-casualty insurance segments: Excess and Surplus Lines and Specialty Admitted Insurance. The company tends to focus on accounts associated with small or medium-sized businesses in each of its segments. Each of the Company's regulated insurance subsidiaries are rated "A-" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.The Internal Auditor will assist with, coordinate and execute all aspects of the internal audit process including but not limited to audit planning, performing audit work and testing as well as Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance work and testing.Duties and ResponsibilitiesContinuously exhibit and uphold Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Communication and Teamwork, Innovation and Customer ServicePerform and document SOX compliance planning and testing in accordance with developed test plansIdentify and document SOX exceptionsIdentify and analyze SOX exceptions, process inefficiencies and internal control weaknesses to provide meaningful recommendations for improvementPrepare SOX-related communications to Management and external auditorsCoordinate and execute internal audits in accordance with audit project work programs for financial, operational and IT auditsPrepare audit reportsMaintain all organizational and professional ethical standardsCommunicate work product results and project status updates routinely with all members of Internal Audit departmentKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesProficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)Knowledge of GAAP, insurance industry standards and/or IT systemsResearch, analysis and problem-solving skillsAbility to exercise sound judgement in making critical and complex decisionsAbility to build effective relationships with business partnersSelf-starter who works well independently and in a team environmentAbility to convey technical process information in a clear and concise mannerAbility to manage multiple tasks and projects effectivelyAbility to identify and make process and procedure improvement recommendationsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailContinuous learning styleActive listening skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to periodically travel both domestically and internationally (Bermuda)Experience and EducationHigh School diploma requiredBachelor's degree in related field (Finance, Accounting) preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experienceMinimum of one year of relevant work experience (accounting, audit, finance, information technology, insurance-related field) requiredCertifications or progression towards professional certifications (Certified Internal Auditor Certified, Public Accountant) preferred