Lead Internal Auditor, Analytics & Controls

Penn National Insurance; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn National Insurance is seeking a Senior Auditor to lead operational audits, assurance work, and advisory projects. The role is hybrid, reporting to the Harrisburg, PA office, and requires guiding audit engagements from planning to reporting with strong data analytics support.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of internal audit experience, familiarity with MAR and COSO, and a CPA/CIA/CISA preference. Strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/related field required.
• CPA, CIA, or CISA is preferred but not mandatory.
• Minimum 4 years’ internal audit or similar experience; insurance industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from planning through reporting, coordinating activities and assigning work.
• Perform tests of controls, substantive testing, and data analytics as planned.
• Prepare organized work papers and present audit results to CAE and management.
• Support MAR/ERM processes and external auditor collaboration.
• Mentor staff auditors and assist with onboarding and development.

Skills

Business Acumen

Negotiation

Coaching & Influencing

Strategic Planning

Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field

CPA, CIA, CISA preferred

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

CAATs / Data Analytics

Copilot

Job description

Penn National Insurance is seeking a Senior Auditor to lead operational audits, assurance work, and advisory projects. The role is hybrid, reporting to the Harrisburg, PA office, and requires guiding audit engagements from planning to reporting with strong data analytics support.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of internal audit experience, familiarity with MAR and COSO, and a CPA/CIA/CISA preference. Strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.