Senior Internal Auditor

Starr Insurance Companies is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable business and industry in virtually every part of the world.

Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world’s fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents.

This position performs financial and operational audits of various Starr entities, to help with the goal of fulfilling the Internal Audit mission of providing assurance that objectives are achieved in the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, the reliability of financial reporting and compliance with laws, regulations and policies.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist in developing audit strategy and preparing audit planning documents.
• Perform testing, document test results, identify findings as applicable, and work with internal staff to design corrective actions that mitigate risk and ultimately add value.
• Responsible for drafting audit report comments for areas under review.
• Prepare work papers documenting work performed and conclusions reached.
• Communicate audit results to the auditor in charge and to senior management.
• Prepare audit reports documenting control weaknesses and recommendations for improvement.
• Discuss and negotiate audit findings with management.
• Understand and incorporate elements of post-audit corrective actions into future planning and risk assessments.
• Supervise and train less experienced staff.
• Assist in ensuring proper controls are in place and working effectively.
• Develop an understanding of current accounting principles and auditing techniques.
• Acquire a working knowledge of Starr Companies’ businesses and operations.
• Be committed to continuous improvement through empowerment and management of data.
• Leverage technology to positively impact quality.

Qualifications, Experience and Education Desired:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Accounting degree preferred.
• Professional certifications a plus (CPA, CIA, CFE).
• Five to seven years of experience in audit or related background.
• Property & Casualty insurance industry experience a plus.
• MGA and/or TPA employment experience a plus.
• Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Professionalism, dependability, integrity and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative disposition is required.
• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to multitask and complete assignments within deadline.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with data analytic and/or data extraction tools such as Alteryx or SQL.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in New York, Starr Insurance Companies is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets: experience and training: licensure and certifications: and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $85,000-$100,000

Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.