INTERNAL AUDITOR III

FM is a leading property insurer of the world's largest businesses, providing more than one-third of FORTUNE 1000-size companies with engineering-based risk management and property insurance solutions. FM helps clients maintain continuity in their business operations by drawing upon state-of-the-art loss-prevention engineering and research; risk management skills and support services; tailored risk transfer capabilities; and superior financial strength. To do so, we rely on a dynamic, culturally diverse group of employees, working in more than 100 countries, in various challenging roles.

Schedule & Location:

This position is an exempt, full-time office-based position in Johnston, RI. This position is eligible for one remote day per week on either Tuesday or Friday, based on business/personal needs.

• Independently perform complex audit work, including testing, documenting, analyzing, and concluding on audit test results using defined testing procedures.
• Evaluate the completeness and accuracy of risk assessments supporting our testing of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) for documented processes.
• Conduct complex audit test work, following an audit program prepared by a more senior internal auditor, audit supervisor, or manager.
• Develop document requests, follow up with the business on any open document requests, and initiate document requests for supplementary documentation based on testing performed.
• Deliver work on a timely basis and document and investigate any exceptions noted to determine probable causes.
• Develop and communicate proposed findings and recommendations promptly for approval.
• Evaluate the completeness and accuracy of risk assessments supporting our testing of ICFR for documented processes.
• Participate in engagement planning meetings, providing input on risk assessments.
• Participate in special projects and perform other assigned duties.
• Prepare detailed schedules to support the audit process and evaluate the results of analytical procedures.
• Evaluate the relevance, sufficiency, and reliability of potential sources of evidence.
• Identify instances where additional procedures need to be performed to evaluate the completeness and reliability of information.
• Apply appropriate sampling techniques and evaluate results.
• Identify and evaluate the appropriate sample size.

Accounting and auditing skills including:

• Understand the concept of organizational governance and key components of organizational governance, including culture, in order to properly complete defined testing procedures regarding organizational governance and conclude on work performed.

• Develop/assess testing attributes for identified controls and evaluate the impact of any control design deficiencies and exceptions on the effectiveness or efficiency of the controls. Assess process for adequate segregation of duties and conduct financial analyses in areas requiring judgment.

• Apply appropriate sampling techniques and evaluate results, including population reconciliation and identifying items for research and inquiry.

Required Education:

• 4-year bachelor’s degree

Highly Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or another business degree in combination with relevant work experience
• Professional designation (e.g. CPA, CA, CIA)

Required Work Experience:

• 3-4 years of internal or external audit experience

Required Skills:

• Understanding of financial and managerial accounting concepts, audit techniques, and general business operations.
• General awareness of the requirements of the IIA Professional Practices Framework.
• Consistently honors policies, procedures, and work requirements.
• Exceptional focus on details, adept at managing multiple tasks, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Self-motivated individual with a strong need for achievement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to promptly share relevant information.
• Demonstrated commitment to self-development and continuous learning.
• Collaborative individual who actively engages with others to accomplish objectives and values the input and ideas of others.
• Proven track record of consistently meeting deadlines and efficiently managing workload.
• Knowledge of application controls and ability to assess their impact on the reliance of controls.

The hiring range for this position is $78,500-$112,800 annually. The final salary offer will vary based on individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM’s comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, generous health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances and much more. 

FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.