Senior Audit & Advisory Lead – Insurance Controls

Sammons Financial Group Companies; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage for you and family

Performance-based incentive program

ESOP + 401(k) enrollment

Fridays off

Paid development time

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Sammons Financial Group Companies is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Leader in West Des Moines, IA. You will oversee complex audits, develop programs, and guide teams through MAR testing, control reviews, and risk assessments.

The role emphasizes mentorship, collaboration with stakeholders, and delivering actionable recommendations to senior leadership. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in internal audit, risk consulting, financial auditing, internal controls, public accounting or business analysis preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex audit engagements and provide mentorship to junior team members.
• Deep understanding of internal control frameworks and audit methodologies.
• Superior analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of highly complex audit engagements, from planning and execution to reporting and follow-up, ensuring adherence to professional standards and methodologies.
• Develop and oversee the execution of audit programs, risk assessments and testing procedures tailored to specific engagement objectives.
• Lead and participate in recurring regulatory activities, including MAR testing, internal control assessments and financial control reviews.
• Provide expert guidance, coaching and mentorship to team members on audit techniques, methodologies and best practices.
• Contribute to development and implementation of department-wide initiatives and strategic projects.
• Analyze complex data sets using various tools to identify trends, anomalies and potential risks; present findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls, recommending improvements to mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand processes and provide value-added recommendations.
• Present audit findings to senior management and audit committee, influencing decision-making.

Skills

Lead engagements

Mentorship

Data analysis

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/MIS

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Data analysis tools

Job description

Sammons Financial Group Companies is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Leader in West Des Moines, IA. You will oversee complex audits, develop programs, and guide teams through MAR testing, control reviews, and risk assessments.

The role emphasizes mentorship, collaboration with stakeholders, and delivering actionable recommendations to senior leadership. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.