Lead Internal Auditor

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it.

The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! As a member of the Internal Audit Team, you will lead reviews and assess the effectiveness of the organization's internal controls over operations and financial reporting. Must demonstrate an advanced understanding of the risks and controls of the organization and have pronounced understanding of the audit methodology to carry out assigned audit procedures to contribute towards meeting the department’s goal and objectives and make judgments on matters with high degree of technical complexity. Contribute to the overall success of the department and Markel by implementing ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of audit processes. Requires proficient knowledge of IT concepts and ability to apply them in the audit process. Must handle confidential information with a high level of integrity and sensitivity. Travel to business locations when required.

Role Expectations:

• Able to plan and organize their activities in order to manage multiple priorities and complete assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Identifies issues, deviations, and root causes; then displays the ability (both written and verbal) to communicate issues to audit management and clients; then proposes solutions for most effective use of Markel resources.
• Displays an enhanced understanding of the organization's risks, controls, and governance and how it relates to the work of Internal Audit and alter audit objectives and testing based on the risks and determine the impact of any identified errors or issues.
• Works collaboratively within Internal Audit and consistently seeks and develops effective working relationships, cultivates networks, creates opportunities to develop relationships and build bonds across the organization, and maintain a positive working relationship with the external auditors.
• Working towards a subject matter expertise in insurance/finance/IT control/data analysis concepts.
• Displays a thorough understanding of audit methodology and is able to produce superior quality deliverables that serve to effectively communicate audit results and identify potential impacts to business processes.
• Seeks, suggests and implements ways to improve the efficacy and efficiency of the audit department.
• Willing and able to provide clear and constructive feedback and audit review notes to other auditors. Looks to share knowledge/expertise gained from experience to promote staff development and improving skills and proficiencies as internal auditors.
• Able to plan and execute data analysis techniques within audits; understands and is able to apply concepts regarding data sourcing and validation.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of related work experience with two years' experience in the insurance industry or financial services operations preferred.
• Experience in public accounting or consulting in variety of industries preferred. Insurance experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to understand, analyze and apply technical accounting concepts.
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills including presentation to senior leadership.
• Advanced abilities to analyze processes including utilization of data analysis techniques.
• Able to manage individual audits/projects, ranging from small to large.
• Proficient Excel skills or working experience with data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of database query skills is considered a plus.
• History of consistently meeting or exceeding expectations and target goals.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required
• CPA, CIA, CISA, CPCU, Certification in Risk Management or equivalent certification is required.

US Work Authorization

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Who we are: 

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world. 

 

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