Principal Auditor

Responsible for leading, developing and completing integrated internal audits and/or fraud investigations (including the assessment of risk) in compliance with departmental and professional standards. Participate in implementing/maintaining annual regulatory and compliance audit documentation and testing. Contribute audit expertise and business acumen to a developing and growing Internal Audit department serving crosslines of business for domestic and international operations.

Conduct internal audits and ad-hoc consulting projects from end to end (i.e., planning through reporting) and report on the results to senior management

Perform and document audit activities utilizing a comprehensive audit approach (policies, procedures, processes, controls, and measures) to address financial, compliance, IT, and operational risks in accordance with professional standards

Evaluate risks and develop audit plans and audit programs to independently evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls; determine the appropriate scope and procedures and present to senior management for approval

Lead and perform all phases of audits, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting for all VSP companies; ensure all activities are completed, documented, and maintained

Analyze and evaluate audit findings and complex issues arising from the examination and verification of records; interact with audit stakeholders to assess audit findings; develop and present recommendations to address identified audit issues and ensure alignment with VSP’s strategic goals

Prepare audit report for Audit Management Review

Initiate follow-up of responses for assigned audit projects; evaluate adequacy of corrective action indicated in the formal reply to the audit report

Lead special audit and consulting projects as assigned

May lead Internal Audit activities in the annual SOX/NAIC Model Audit Rule (MAR) compliance project

Participate in system implementation projects to ensure effective design and implementation of internal controls, as well as the overall effectiveness of project management

Assist in conducting reviews of IT systems to assess the adequacy of internal controls and compliance with Company and departmental goals, objectives, and standards

Coordinate with and assist external auditors during their fieldwork

Supervise and mentor junior staff on assignments; provide guidance on project execution and developing auditing skills

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, Criminology, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience

Six years of auditing experience, including anti-money laundering

Strong knowledge of data analysis/audit software (e.g. ACL/IDEA) or similar

Have one or more of the following certifications (or equivalent): CPA, CIA, and/or CISA, CFE

A proven track record of effectively leading projects

Proven ability to effectively communicate information to a wide variety of technical and non-technical individuals or groups at all levels of the organization

Proven ability to multitask and lead various audits and projects in different phases

Proven ability to work effectively and prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment

Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of job duties

Be highly analytical and inquisitive, research complex topics to obtain an expert understanding of business processes and internal controls

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to summarize large amount of data into executive-level or Audit Committee deliverables

Be able to work independently and in teams

Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time

Clean credit history as reported by credit report

Preferred Skills

Experience with AuditBoard electronic work-papers preferred

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Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. 

Salary Ranges: $84,000.00 - $141