Internal Audit Specialist — Hybrid (Columbus)

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company is seeking an Internal Audit Specialist to advance assurance and advisory engagements across the enterprise from planning through reporting. You will coach associates, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with auditees and risk partners to strengthen controls and governance.

A strong background in audit, analytics, and leadership is essential. The role offers in-office and remote work with a focus on continuous learning and cross-business exposure within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, technical, or related field preferred.
• Experience: typically four to six years in audit or risk management.
• Certifications (CPA/CIA/CISA/CFE/PMP) or progress toward certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participates in and leads planning activities, including client interviews, identifying risks and controls, developing the audit plan and communicating expectations with the auditee/client.
• Tests multiple business and technology controls across audits concurrently with analytic support.
• Mentors less experienced staff, reviews work, and provides upward/downward feedback.
• Develops relationships across the enterprise to provide outstanding service and act as a trusted advisor to clients and risk partners.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Certifications (CPA/CIA/CISA/CFE/PMP) or progress toward certification

Tools

Data analytics tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company is seeking an Internal Audit Specialist to advance assurance and advisory engagements across the enterprise from planning through reporting. You will coach associates, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with auditees and risk partners to strengthen controls and governance.

A strong background in audit, analytics, and leadership is essential. The role offers in-office and remote work with a focus on continuous learning and cross-business exposure within