Financial Services Risk, Process and Controls (Internal Audit), Insurance - Senior

EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.  At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.  

Financial Services Risk, Process and Controls (Internal Audit), Insurance – Senior: This position could be located in NY and IL.

 

EY is the only professional services firm with a separate business unit that is dedicated to the financial services marketplace ('FSO'). Our FSO teams have been at the forefront of every event that has reshaped and redefined the financial services industry. If you have a passion for rallying together to solve the most complex challenges in the financial services industry, come join our dynamic FSO team!

 

The opportunity

Our Process and Controls practice provides comprehensive process, risk and control services through a suite of internal audit and risk management outsourcing, co-sourcing and transformation solutions.  As the leading insurance internal audit services provider globally, we continue to explore expansive opportunities with clients in testing services, data analytics, AI and many other areas that will enhance their risk coverage using the most advanced approaches and technologies.

 

Your key responsibilities

You'll be responsible for supporting our clients in improving and sustaining a strong risk and control environment through a variety of service offerings, including the following:

• Internal audit co-sourcing and outsourcing
• Internal audit transformation
• Data Analytics
• Control testing
• External quality assessment reviews
• Assessments and diagnostics; and
• ICFR, SOX readiness and optimization

You can expect to work with high performing teams, clients and market leaders in the Property and Casualty, Life Insurance, Retirement services and broker space. As you build knowledge and experience, you'll become a credible advisor to junior consultants within the organization as well as the clients.

 

Skills and attributes for success
On a typical day, you’ll establish project objectives, prepare a project approach, perform analyses using advanced data analytics tools, prepare documentation, evaluate and review risks, processes and related controls, as well as assist in the preparation of the final project deliverables. We'll look to you to stay abreast of current business and economic developments relevant to the client's business, as well as display teamwork, integrity and leadership to support and value your team's contributions, fostering innovation.

 

To qualify for the role you must have

 

• Bachelor's degree in business or other related fields
• 3+ years of related audit or applicable business experience
• Proficiency in MS Office

 

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related discipline
• Experience using advanced data analytics and tools
• Experience in the Insurance industry (Life and Annuities, Property and Casualty, InsurTech, Dental, etc.)
• Flexibility to travel, as requested, to meet client needs

 

What we look for

We’re looking for passionate leaders, who help lead collaborative and supportive teams and with a vision and a desire to stay on top of trends in the insurance industry and internal audit. If you have a genuine passion for helping businesses achieve their full potential, this role is for you.

 

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader th