Senior Audit Advisor: Controls & Risk Lead

Sammons Financial Group Companies; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 68,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (medical, dental, vis)

ESOP & 401(k)

Work-life balance

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time off

Ownership culture

Job summary

Sammons Financial Group is seeking an experienced internal audit leader to oversee complex engagements, risk assessments and controls reviews. You will guide teams, deliver independent assurance, and contribute to process improvements across the organization.

The role requires deep regulatory knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while driving thoughtful risk-based solutions within the insurance sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' internal audit or risk consulting experience.
• Ability to lead complex audit engagements and mentor juniors.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and audit methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and stakeholder management.
• Insurance industry knowledge and regulatory familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of highly complex audit engagements from planning to reporting.
• Develop and oversee audit programs, risk assessments and testing procedures.
• Oversee MAR testing, internal control assessments and financial control reviews.
• Coach and mentor team members on audit techniques and best practices.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management and audit committee.

Skills

Internal audit

Leadership

Data analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Mentorship

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Sammons Financial Group is seeking an experienced internal audit leader to oversee complex engagements, risk assessments and controls reviews. You will guide teams, deliver independent assurance, and contribute to process improvements across the organization.

The role requires deep regulatory knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while driving thoughtful risk-based solutions within the insurance sector.