Senior Auditor

Endurance Business Services Ltd. (UK); Purchase (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sompo in Purchase, NY is seeking a Senior Auditor for our North America Internal Audit team. This role executes risk-based audits to assess governance, risk management, and internal controls, partnering with business leaders to deliver actionable insights.

You will leverage data analytics, support continuous improvement, and communicate findings to senior management. Travel up to 15% may be required. A CIA or CPA is a plus and a bachelor's in a related field is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related analytical field.
• 2-3 years of professional audit, SOX, risk management, or public accounting experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• CIA or CPA certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute risk-based internal audits across the North America Insurance segment.
• Assess design and operating effectiveness of key controls.
• Leverage data analytics to enhance audit coverage and testing.
• Prepare clear audit reports with findings and remediation actions.
• Engage stakeholders and communicate observations to senior management.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, risk management, insurance, mathematics, statistics, analytics, information systems, engineering, or a related analytical field

CIA or CPA certification a plus

Job description

Job Description

Are you looking for your next opportunity?

Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Sr. Auditor to join our North America Internal Audit team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, global organization and gain exposure to a broad range of operations, risks, and senior stakeholders

This role will execute risk-based audits that assess the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls, helping to strengthen the overall control environment. You'll partner closely with business leaders to identify risks, provide assurance, and deliver clear, actionable insights that drive meaningful improvements.

This position offers the chance to build deep expertise across insurance operations while contributing to high-impact audit engagements, leveraging data analytics, and helping shape the evolution of Internal Audit practices. If you're a curious, analytical professional who enjoys solving complex problems and making a tangible impact, this role provides a strong platform for growth and advancement within a global organization.

Location

This position will be based out of our Purchase, NY office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.

Our business, your impact, our opportunity:

What you'll be doing:

Internal Audit Execution & Delivery

Execute risk-based internal audits across business and functional areas within the North America Insurance segment.

Assess the design and operating effectiveness of key controls, including walkthroughs, testing, and documentation of results.

Apply Internal Audit methodology and professional standards to deliver high-quality, consistent audit outcomes.

Leverage data analytics to enhance audit coverage, risk assessment, and testing approaches.

This role could include travel up to 15%.

Financial Control Testing

Perform financial control testing within Underwriting, Claims, and Operations, including leading walkthroughs for each of the various areas.

Coordinate with external auditors and internal stakeholders on financial controls, including planning, walkthroughs, testing, and remediation activities across North America Insurance.

Governance, Risk & Controls

Evaluate governance frameworks, risk management practices, and internal control environments across business operations.

Identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and emerging risks, with a focus on practical, value-added recommendations.

Maintain awareness of regulatory requirements and industry expectations relevant to the insurance sector.

Reporting & Issue Management

Prepare clear, concise audit reports with findings and actionable recommendations.

Partner with business stakeholders to develop appropriate remediation actions.

Track and follow up on audit issues through to resolution, ensuring sustainable outcomes.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strong working relationships with business and functional stakeholders across the organization.

Communicate audit observations with clarity and professionalism, providing balanced and constructive challenge.

Support audit leadership in delivering insights to senior management, as appropriate.

Continuous Improvement & Insight

Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of Internal Audit methodology, tools, and practices.

Support the adoption of data analytics, automation, and continuous auditing techniques.

Identify opportunities to improve business processes, strengthen controls, and enhance overall operational effectiveness.

What you'll bring:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, risk management, insurance, mathematics, statistics, analytics, information systems, engineering, or a related analytical field.

2-3 years of professional experience in audit, SOX, risk management, compliance testing, controls testing, or public accounting.

Demonstrated ability to analyze information, identify issues, ask effective follow-up questions, and support conclusions with evidence.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Willingness to develop additional learning in internal audit methodology, insurance operations, and Sompo-specific processes.

Effective organizational and workload management capabilities.

Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) a plus.

Salary Range

$100,000 - $120,000 Actual compensation for this role will depend on several factors including the cost of living associated with your work location, your qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience.

At Sompo, we recognize that the talent, skills, and commitment of our employees drive our success. This is why we offer competitive, high-quality compensation and benefit programs to eligible employees.

Our compensation program is built on a foundation that promotes a pay-for-performance culture, resulting in higher incentive awards, on average, w