ICFR Operations Specialist

Farmers Group Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Farmers is seeking an ICFR Operations Specialist to evaluate IT and business internal controls over financial reporting. The role supports quarterly certifications, materiality scoping, and remediation efforts, partnering with ICFR leadership to maintain documentation and governance standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in auditing or IT controls, with Big 4 experience preferred. Requires strong technical aptitude, cross-functional collaboration, and proficient MS Office skills; hybrid

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in auditing, IT auditing or governance/internal controls.
• Experience at a Big 4 or large national CPA firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the quarterly control certification process and evaluate control design.
• Consult leadership on the design and evaluation of new controls and effectiveness.
• Liaise between operations and ICFR testing groups to ensure timely information sharing.
• Document control deficiencies, complete remediation plans, and follow-up on remediation adequacy.
• Assist ICFR leadership with annual planning documentation, materiality, scoping, and risk assessments.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

MS Access

Visual Basic

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

ICFR Operations Specialist

36270

We are Farmers – where ambition meets opportunity.

At Farmers, we’re not just known for unforgettable jingle – we’re a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people’s lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results-driven, high-performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability and bold solutions. Here, growth isn’t just a goal – it’s a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head‑on, learn from every experience and measure our impact on the customers who trust us.

Join an award‑winning, equal opportunity employer, where you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find a supportive community. Enjoy competitive benefits, take part in meaningful volunteer projects, and help shape the future alongside talented colleagues across all backgrounds. At Farmers, helping others is at the heart of what we do.

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

Job Summary

This position evaluates the effectiveness of the design and implementation of IT and Business Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR). Assists the ICFR people leader in the ongoing maintenance of the ICFR framework, including the facilitation of quarterly control certifications, the annual materiality calculation and scoping process, updating ICFR documentation, assisting management with designing new IT controls, and the evaluation of deficiencies and remediation activities.

Essential Job Functions

Facilitates and coordinates the quarterly control certification process. Evaluates business and IT controls for the adequacy of their design and implementation. Acts as a consultant to leadership on the design and evaluation of the effectiveness of newly created controls. Acts as a liaison between the operations and ICFR testing group to ensure timely and accurate sharing of information. Collaborates in the coordination of IT and business control walkthroughs with both internal and external stakeholders. Evaluates and documents control deficiencies, complete remediation plans, and follow-up on the adequacy of remediation activities by management. Administers the control database repositories for use by management. Facilitates ongoing updates, accuracy, and completeness of documentation used to support ICFR (process flow charts, narratives, and risk and control matrices). Assists ICFR leadership in the preparation of annual planning documentation, including materiality calculations, scoping exercises, and risk assessments. Performs other duties as assigned by the ICFR leadership, including special projects and cross-functional ICFR related tasks.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum five years of experience in auditing, IT auditing or governance/internal controls.
• Experience at a Big 4 or large national CPA firm preferred.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelors degree preferred in accounting, finance, information systems or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Skill Requirement

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Visio Flowcharting.
• MS Access, Visual Basic, or similar skills a plus.

Additional Qualifications

• Possesses strong technical aptitude.
• Strong understanding of IT audit methodology and strong foundation in Information Technology General Controls (ITGC) or Strong understanding of Financial Accounting concepts, Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR), or comprehensive understanding of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills. Strong written communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionality and with employees or various levels of seniority across the organization. Demonstrated analytical skills.

Physical Actions

Job is performed in-person at a Farmers office or virtually at an approved alternative work location. The physical work environment is indoors and climate-controlled with adequate lighting and ventilation. Normal and customary distractions include background noise produced by office equipment and chatter among people, as well as interruptions. Frequently sits for prolonged periods of time, up to a full shift. Occasionally moves about the workplace including, navigating stairs, ramps, and level or uneven surfaces. Occasionally moves, pushes, pulls, lifts, carries, and/or places objects or materials weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance. Frequently uses shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers to manipulate equipment, tools, and objects necessary to perform job duties. Frequently performs fine motor tasks such as typing, mousing, or writing, up to a full shift. Rarely performs movements such as bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching overhead or below the knees. Possesses clear vision, with or without correction, to visually read and verify information. Relies on depth perception and peripheral vision to navigate the work environment visually by identifying barriers, changes in terrain and locating objects. Possesses adequate hearing, with or without correction, to communicate with co-workers, respond promptly to auditory signals or alarms, and discern sounds essential for maintaining safety and productivity in the workplace. Jobs in this category require rare, if any, travel.

• Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
  o CA Only: $91,350 - $154,990
  o CO & ME:$85,800 - $133,980
  o HI/IL/MN/VT Only:$85,800 - $143,550
  o MA Only:$85,800 - $143,550
• o MD & VA:$85,800 - $143,550
  o DC/NJ/NY/OH Only: $85,800 - $154,990
  o Albany County, NY/Cleveland, OH: $91,350 - $133,980
  o WA Only: $85,800 - $163,125
• Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
• 401(k)
• Medical
• Vision
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.