Internal Auditor

Encova Mutual Insurance Group.; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

Life and income protection

401(k) company match

PTO & Holidays

Bonus program

Job summary

Encova Insurance in Columbus, Ohio seeks an Internal Auditor to join our team. The role combines assurance and advisory engagements across core operations and IT platforms, reporting to the AVP, Internal Audit.

In-office with hybrid flexibility, candidates must reside in Columbus area. Responsibilities include leading engagements from planning to completion, identifying risks, using data analytics and visualization to support audits, and collaborating with business partners to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, technical, or related field preferred.
• Relevant certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE) preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in audit or risk management, insurance/financial services preferred.
• Applied knowledge of audit practices across multiple functional areas.
• Knowledge of Model Audit Rule and Sarbanes‑Oxley.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagements from planning to completion with audit techniques.
• Identify gaps and develop action plans with the business.
• Leverage data analytics to support audit planning and reporting.
• Use data visualization to perform population testing.
• Develop relationships across the enterprise as trusted advisor.

Skills

Audit

Data analytics

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

The salary range for this job posting is $61,742.00 - $98,788.00 annually + bonus + benefits. Pay Type: Salary. The above represents the full salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay and job title, we'll consider your location, education, experience, and other job-related factors, and will fall within the stated range. Your recruiter can share more information about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

Encova Insurance has an immediate opening for an Internal Auditor to join our team at our Columbus, Ohio location. This role will work an in-office schedule with some flexibility for hybrid work, but you must reside in the Columbus, Ohio area to be considered.

This role will report to the Assistant Vice President, Internal Audit.

JOB OBJECTIVE. The Internal Auditor will support and/or lead complex audits pertaining to Encova Insurance core business and supporting teams across the entire organization and their respective technology platforms. The position will be expected to perform both assurance and advisory engagements, with a focus on the business’ core operations, governance, compliance, and related information technology platforms. We are looking for a naturally curious self-starter with strong critical thinking skills who successfully demonstrates flexibility and agility in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leads engagements, from planning to completion, with an authoritative level knowledge of auditing techniques and according to professional and internal standards. This includes identification of key risks and controls in engagement planning, coordinating and reviewing work performed by engagement staff, summarizing issues, recommendations and conclusions in the engagement report and managing client relations.
• At times, performs engagement tasks of the highest complexity.
• Identify gaps and opportunities, articulate potential impact and root cause analysis, and partner with the business to develop action plans.
• Leverage data analytics to support the audit process (planning, fieldwork and reporting).
• Uses analytics and data visualization tools to perform full population testing.
• Identifies new ways to audit through data analytics, continuous auditing or other technologies.
• Develop relationships across the enterprise to provide outstanding care to all customers and serve as trusted business advisor to clients, internal risk partners and others.
• Contributes to initiatives and act as a change agent driving the unit to be more agile and innovative.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in business, technical, or related field preferred.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE) preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in audit, risk management or related field, experience in the insurance and financial services industry is preferred.
• Applied knowledge in audit, business and IT general concepts and theory.
• Must have an operational knowledge and application of audit practices to multiple functional areas.
• Thorough knowledge of Model Audit Rule and/or Sarbanes‑Oxley.
• Demonstrates high-energy, flexibility, time management and strong communication skills with the ability to manage multiple audit engagements at a time.
• Strong business acumen, critical thinking and decision-making skills required.
• Must be comfortable working in a collaborative environment with the ability to manage multiple projects at one time with strong organizational skills.

This position has been evaluated in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Encova Insurance makes every effort to reasonably accommodate disabilities to permit performance of the essential functions and candidates who need such accommodation are encouraged to seek it.

Encova Insurance is an EOE/E-Verify employer.

Ready to join our team? At Encova Insurance, we firmly believe that our associates drive our company's success by delivering unrivaled service to our customers. With success in mind, we make an ongoing effort to provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating, and financially rewarding opportunities. Join us to discover a work experience where you can learn and grow to your fullest potential.

What you can expect from us. In addition to a competitive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and growth of our associates. Available benefits (subject to any policy or plan changes) include, but are not limited to:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-provided life and income protection plans
• Eligibility to participate in a company incentive bonus program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - 100% company match up to 7% on annual salary
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Flexible Work Arrangements - Hybrid and remote depending on the role

We believe that happy, healthy associates are the foundation of great work. Join us and thrive both professionally and personally.

Encova Insurance is an EOE/E-Verify employer.

At Encova our associates are the heart of our business. Our exceptional culture makes it a special place to work and gives us a unique advantage. Building and sustaining this culture requires intentional effort from everyone in the company.

We believe that achieving results and building trust are interrelated. Through connection, character and competence, we build trusting relationships with associates, agents and policyholders to achieve excellent results.

Through our collaborative team structure we find professional and personal growth. We never stop learning and always seek to improve ourselves. At Encova, we know that inclusion and belonging foster our competitive edge by giving voice to every individual’s unique talent and perspective; and we believe that when a condition of equity exists, all associates can contribute to the fullest extent of their knowledge, skills and ability.

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