Audit Director (Insurance)

Atlantic Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Child care support

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading financial services organization is seeking an Audit Director to oversee internal audit activities within its global insurance platform. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience, including substantial expertise in the insurance sector. Responsibilities include developing a risk-based audit plan, leading audit engagements, and reporting findings to executive management. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, a CPA or CIA certification, and exhibit exceptional communication abilities. The position offers full-time employment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in audit with significant insurance experience.
• Deep understanding of insurance operations and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience auditing within financial services or investment management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan.
• Lead end-to-end audit engagements and evaluate internal controls.
• Communicate audit findings to senior management and the Audit Committee.

Skills

Insurance industry experience

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

CPA or CIA certification

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

The Audit Director will lead and execute internal audit activities for the firm’s global insurance platform within a large, complex investment management organization. This role is responsible for providing independent assurance over the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls across insurance entities, including underwriting, claims, actuarial, reinsurance, investments, finance, and regulatory compliance. The Audit Director will partner closely with senior leadership, risk management, compliance, and external auditors, and will report audit results to executive management and the Audit Committee.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan covering the firm’s insurance operations globally, aligned with enterprise risk priorities and regulatory expectations.
• Lead end-to-end audit engagements, including planning, scoping, fieldwork, testing, issue identification, and reporting.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls across key insurance processes, including underwriting, claims, reserving, reinsurance, investments, financial reporting, and capital management.
• Assess compliance with applicable insurance regulations and standards (e.g., state insurance regulations, NAIC guidance, SOX, and other global regulatory requirements as applicable).
• Identify control gaps, emerging risks, and process improvement opportunities; provide practical, value-added recommendations to management.
• Manage and mentor audit team members and/or co-sourced audit partners; review workpapers and ensure adherence to internal audit standards.
• Communicate audit findings clearly and effectively to senior management and the Audit Committee, including preparation of written reports and presentations.
• Track and validate remediation of audit issues and corrective action plans.
• Coordinate with external auditors, regulators, and internal risk and compliance functions to ensure appropriate audit coverage and minimize duplication of effort.
• Stay current on insurance industry trends, regulatory developments, and leading audit practices relevant to insurance and asset management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• CPA, CIA, or other relevant professional certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, or controllership, with significant insurance industry experience required.
• Deep understanding of insurance operations, insurance accounting, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience auditing within a global financial services, insurance, or investment management organization.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and SOX requirements.
• Proven ability to lead complex audits, manage multiple priorities, and work effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to executive leadership.
• Sound professional judgment and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Leadership and people management skills, with a collaborative and consultative approach.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.

Seniority Level

• Director

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Pension plan
• Child care support
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Disability insurance