Internal Auditor I - Safety Insurance Company

Safety Insurance has become one of the leading property and casualty insurance providers in Massachusetts mainly because of our unwavering commitment ...

Under the direction of the Internal Audit Manager, this position is responsible for the performance of assigned integrated audit examinations within various divisions throughout the company.  Responsibilities include assisting the audit team in assessing the adequacy and integrity of financial, operational, and compliance controls within the current control environment, including compliance with the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002. Responsibilities also include recommending and assisting in the development and implementation of improvements to the control environment.

 

DUTIES:

Responsible for the performance of assigned audit reviews.

Revise audit objectives and work programs in order to effectively test the assigned audit area.

Perform process reviews and audits within all departments for the purpose of identifying and documenting key financial, operational and compliance controls.

Perform audit field work in according to the Annual Audit Plan, including independent testing of key controls to assess the adequacy of design, and operating effectiveness, as required by Sarbanes-Oxley.

Assist in the documentation of processes, risks and internal controls, identifying key controls, and developing test plans in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements.

Prepare oral and written reports to include the audit findings, conclusions and recommendations for improvement.

Assist in evaluating management’s responses to proposed recommendations for improvement of process/control environment.

Perform audit follow-up procedures.

Conduct special examinations and other audit activities as required. 

 

EDUCATION:

College degree with course work in accounting or finance, and/or Information Systems recommended.

 

EXPERIENCE:

1-2 years of related audit experience, recommended.

1-3 years related insurance, financial, or IT experience.

Some proficiency using Microsoft Office (MS Excel, Word, Access) or other related software.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with all levels of management; organized; ability to work well independently and as a team member.