Senior Internal Auditor

James River Insurance Company

. Coordinate and execute all aspects of the internal audit process, including risk assessment, audit planning, audit work and testing, SOX compliance work and testing, and consultative services .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $76,400 - $110,800 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating and executing internal audit processes, including SOX compliance, risk assessment, and audit planning. Proficient in analyzing internal control weaknesses and providing actionable recommendations for improvement.

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SOX Compliance TestingInternal Audit CoordinationFinancial AuditingCertified Internal AuditorGAAP Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Auditing ExperienceRisk AssessmentAudit PlanningFinancial AnalysisProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem-SolvingRelationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeExcelWordOutlookAccess

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Internal AuditorCertified Public Accountant

Industry Keywords

Insurance Industry StandardsGAAPInternal Control WeaknessesConsultative ServicesAudit Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and execute all aspects of the internal audit process, including risk assessment, audit planning, audit work and testing, SOX compliance work and testing, and consultative services
Perform and document SOX compliance planning and testing in accordance with developed test plans
Assist with annual risk assessment and audit planning
Work directly with segment leadership and management to complete financial and operational audit projects
Provide consulting services to enterprise leadership and internal stakeholders
Identify and document SOX exceptions
Analyze SOX exceptions and internal control weaknesses and provide recommendations for improvement
Prepare SOX-related communications to Management and external auditors
Execute financial, operational, and IT audits according to project work programs
Identify process inefficiencies and internal control weaknesses and develop recommendations for improvement
Prepare audit reporting
Maintain organizational and professional ethical standards
Communicate work product results and project status updates with the Internal Audit department
Assist in training and mentoring Internal Auditors

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma required
Bachelor’s degree in related field (Finance, Accounting) preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Minimum of four years of auditing experience required
Insurance industry experience preferred
Certifications or progression towards professional certifications (Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant) preferred
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)
Knowledge of GAAP, insurance industry standards and/or IT systems
Research, analysis and problem-solving skills
Ability to exercise sound judgement in making critical and complex decisions
Ability to build effective relationships with business partners
Self-starter who works well independently and in a team environment
Ability to convey technical process information in a clear and concise manner
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively
Ability to identify and make process and procedure improvement recommendations
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Continuous learning style
Active listening skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to periodically travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible to participate in James River's annual short-term incentive bonus program