Job Title: Senior IT Auditor
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
PHYSICAL WORK LOCATION: Hybrid in Westfield Center, OH only. Hybrid means at least 3 days in he office weekly.

IT Internal Auditor 3 Job Summary

Responsible for independently completing all aspects of the audit process including planning, performing risk-based assessments, identifying controls used to manage risks, as well as developing and executing testing procedures to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the controls within budgeted timeframes. Additionally, responsible for writing audit reports with observations, exposures, and recommendations; communicating effectively and working closely with all levels of employees; supervising the audit work of the less experienced auditors and/or audit staff on a project-by-project basis. Serves as a subject matter expert and peer mentor to others in the Audit department.

Responsibilities :

• Completes all aspects of the audit process including planning, performing risk-based assessments, identifying controls used to manage risks, as well as developing and executing testing procedures to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the controls within budgeted timeframes.
• Manages completion of assigned audits within deadlines while maintaining the highest quality of audit work. Ensures awareness and compliance with audit processes.
• Completes test steps in accordance with the risk and control matrix.
  • Obtains, analyzes, and appraises evidential matter.
  • Prepares clear and complete work papers supporting the audit results.
  • Communicates and validates audit observations with client leadership.
  • Formulates written recommendations and prepares formal audit reports for an audience of senior leadership and the Audit committee.4.
• Utilizes the Internal Audit Department's Charter, Internal Audit Policy and Procedures Manual, and the goals of the organization to create a consistent and quality approach to the audit function.
• Provides ongoing internal controls support to business units by consulting on projects, special requests, and other risk management activities.
• As the lead of an audit or project, supervises the work performed by others assigned to the project; manages work products, budgets, and deliverables.
• Develops narratives, walkthroughs, flow-charts, and test of controls, and performs substantive testing for external audit work.
• Performs necessary follow-up procedures related to audit observations in a timely manner.
• Performs investigations with the utmost confidentiality as necessary.
• Shares knowledge, trends, and best practices with team members to increase efficiency and effectiveness in the completion of audits and to enhance the company's risk assessment.
• Furthers company relationships to increase the understanding of Internal Audit throughout the organization and to be viewed by those outside the department as a controls expert.
• Assists in the compilation and review of Audit committee materials.
• Remains current with industry trends and enhances knowledge and expertise within the Internal Audit department, as well as information technology relevant to the insurance industry.
• Serves as subject matter expert in the department and across the organization.
• Travels occasionally in order to participate in special assignments, training, and/or travel between office locations.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of IT and/or IT audit experience, including experience leading multiple audits and/or projects simultaneously.
• Experience in two or more of areas of IT (e.g. networking, operating systems, systems software, information security, business continuity/disaster recovery, system life development cycle, data analysis, change management processes).
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, IT, or other related field OR commensurate experience.
• Experience with control frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT, or ITIL).
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to interact with all levels within the organization.
• Experience collecting and analyzing data, identifying trends, establishing facts, and recommending solutions.
• Strong knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office Suite of products (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and collaboration tools (SharePoint, Webex, conference calls).
• Conduct is in accordance with the highest ethical and professional standards of the internal auditing practice.
• Valid driver's license and a driving record that conforms to company standards.
• Physical essential functions: ability to work 40 hours in an office environment (sitting, standing, on a computer, etc.), operate office related technology (computer, phone, etc.), travel as required.

Westfield offers a Total Rewards program that focuses on compensation, benefits and wellness, and includes perks like 401(k), pension plan, annual incentive, education reimbursement, flex-time, onsite fitness center or gym reimbursement and casual dress. Work/life balance, recognition, and learning and career development are all part of a rewarding career with Westfield.

Learn more about current opportunities at www.westfieldinsurance.com/careers.

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