Associate Auditor

New York Life Insurance Co; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Life Insurance Co in New York City is seeking an Associate Auditor to join Corporate Audit, a hybrid role combining onsite and remote work from our headquarters. You will help plan, scope, test, and report on controls across corporate functions and finance operations, partnering with risk leaders to strengthen the control environment.

The role emphasizes audits, observations, and collaboration with stakeholders, with opportunities to grow technical skills in data analytics and AI tools,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or another quantitative discipline preferred.
• Knowledge of risk and control concepts in internal audit context.
• Eagerness to learn quickly and think strategically.
• Effective verbal and written communication with stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, able to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Familiarity with data analytics, data visualization, and AI tools (Tableau, Claude, Copilot, ChatGPT).
• Willingness to travel domestically (less than 10%).

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and execution of audits under supervision.
• Attend walkthroughs with stakeholders to understand processes and risks.
• Document risks, controls, and audit observations.
• Design and execute audit tests to evaluate controls.
• Document all audit work in the audit platform.
• Report findings and follow up with stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Risk concepts

Communication skills

Data analytics

Data visualization

AI tools familiarity

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or another quantitative discipline

Tools

Tableau

Claude

Microsoft Copilot

ChatGPT

Job description

Associate Auditor

New York, New York, United States

Corporate Audit

Hybrid

Join Corporate Audit at New York Life and help the company operate from a position of strength. As part of our diverse team of risk professionals, you'll play a critical role in anticipating and responding to risks. By conducting timely audits and investigations, you'll provide meaningful, stakeholder-focused insights that safeguard the company's financial integrity and support informed decision-making. You’ll become a trusted partner, contributing to strategic objectives and protecting the company’s future for generations to come.

Role Overview

New York Life’s Corporate Audit Department is accountable to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, and senior management. The department is responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of the control environment across the Company’s diverse lines of business. Audits are scheduled and conducted according to a risk-based approach, and the department also provides advisory services at the request of management. The Corporate Audit Department consists of approximately 50 auditors reviewing insurance, agency, investments, information technology, financial reporting, and corporate functions. The Associate Auditor will play a key role in planning, scoping, control analysis and testing, and reporting, with a focus on corporate functions and finance operations. This role is based at the Company’s headquarters in New York City and follows a hybrid schedule of onsite and remote work. The Associate Auditor will report directly to the Corporate Vice President overseeing the Financial Reporting and Corporate Functions audit team.

What You’ll Do

• Participate in the planning, scoping, and execution of audits in accordance with department methodology, under the direction of an audit manager.
• Attend and participate in walkthroughs with stakeholders to gain an understanding of business processes and identify risks and controls.
• Document risks and controls in flowcharts and narratives.
• Design and execute audit tests to evaluate controls over key risks.
• Document audit observations and findings and follow up with stakeholders as needed.
• Document all audit work in the department’s audit management platform.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or another quantitative discipline preferred; other bachelor’s degrees may be considered.
• Knowledge of risk and control concepts in the context of internal audit, including familiarity with second- and third-line functions within an organization.
• Eagerness to learn quickly and think strategically.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to change.
• Familiarity with data analytics, data visualization, and AI tools; experience with applications such as Tableau, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, or ChatGPT is a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically on occasion (less than 10%).

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $51,500-$68,000

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.

Company Overview

At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.

Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.

As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities.

Disclaimer 1 :

Eligibility for, and benefits under, the Pension Plan and 401(k) Savings Plan (“Plans”) are determined in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan document. Employees of certain subsidiaries, including but not limited to Group Benefit Solutions, employees of Life Insurance Company of North America and New York Life Group Insurance Company of NY, are not eligible to participate in the Pension Plan. In the event of a conflict between this information and the applicable plan document, the applicable plan document governs. The Company reserves the right to amend or terminate the Plans at any time.