Hybrid Internal Audit Specialist - Analytics & Risk

Nationwide; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) match

Pension plan

Casual attire

Job summary

Nationwide in Columbus, OH is seeking a Specialist, Internal Audit to plan and execute audits across multiple businesses, using advanced analytics to improve efficiency and risk management. You will lead engagements, communicate findings, and collaborate with clients to drive meaningful improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, relevant certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, PMP) or progress toward them, and typically 4–6 years in audit or risk.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, technical, or related field preferred.
• Certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, PMP or progress toward certification desired.
• Typically 4–6 years of experience in audit or risk management; insurance/financial services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in and leads planning activities, conducts client interviews, and develops audit plans.
• Tests controls across audits; uses analytics and data visualization to perform population testing.
• Documents issues and improvement opportunities; collaborates with clients on risk mitigation.
• Mentors less experienced staff and provides feedback to team members.

Skills

Audit knowledge

Business/IT concepts

Project management

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Job description

Nationwide in Columbus, OH is seeking a Specialist, Internal Audit to plan and execute audits across multiple businesses, using advanced analytics to improve efficiency and risk management. You will lead engagements, communicate findings, and collaborate with clients to drive meaningful improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, relevant certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, PMP) or progress toward them, and typically 4–6 years in audit or risk.