Premium Audit Leader

Oliver James Associates Ltd.; California (MO); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Premium Audit Leader specializing in Workers Compensation to manage complex audits independently. This fully remote role is perfect for an experienced professional who excels in a structured yet flexible environment. You will handle premium audits primarily for California-based construction accounts, ensuring compliance and accuracy in risk assessment. If you thrive on autonomy and have a strong background in California WC audits and classifications, this opportunity offers you the chance to operate like a business owner, conducting audits from start to finish while making a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• Expertise in managing premium audits for Workers Compensation.
• Experience with California-based audits and WCIRB classifications.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform premium audits for Workers Compensation policies.
• Examine financial records and determine premium basis for large clients.
• Prepare audit reports and maintain clear documentation of findings.

Skills

California WC audits

WCIRB classifications

Audit management

Communication skills

Tools

Internal audit software

Job description

As a Premium Audit Leader specializing in Workers Compensation, you will be responsible for independently managing premium audits for complex, high-value construction accounts, with a heavy emphasis on California-based audits.

This is a fully remote role is ideal for an experienced, autonomous professional who thrives in a structured yet flexible environment and possesses expertise in California WC audits and WCIRB classifications. Preference will be given to candidates on the West Coast.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently perform premium audits for Workers Compensation policies with a focus on California, a test audit state.

• Handle audits for large, complex construction clients

• Conduct audits across multiple states/entities, with a strong emphasis on California HQ'd clients.

• Examine financial records, verify payroll, determine premium basis, and ensure proper classification codes.

• Communicate with business owners to understand scope of operations and accurately assess risk.

• Prepare audit reports using internal systems and software in line with company and regulatory standards.

• Evaluate documentation, assess records quality, and provide audit summaries with minimal oversight.

• Liaise with underwriters on risk classification or exposure changes.

• Schedule audits efficiently and manage appointments and follow-ups with professionalism.

• Fully own the audit process from start to finish - no handoff between team members.

• Operate like a business owner: gather documents, conduct interviews, perform audits, and finalize reports independently.

• Maintain clear documentation of communications and audit findings.

• Occasionally attend local meetings or audits (minimal travel, mostly local if required).