Senior Controls Analyst

Hiscox; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiscox is seeking a Senior Financial Controls Analyst to enhance the financial controls framework and ensure compliance across the organization. This role involves developing reporting on financial controls, conducting internal audits, and driving improvements in control processes. Ideal candidates will have a BS in Accounting/Finance, strong analytical skills, and at least 5 years of experience in a P&C insurance-related role.

Benefits

401(k) with competitive company matching

Comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental

Paid parental leave

Annual health club membership reimbursement

Company paid subscription to Headspace

4 week paid sabbatical after every 5 years of service

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of internal control objectives and principles.
• Experience in a processing-related work environment with the ability to identify key financial controls.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Enhance a controls and compliance mindset across Hiscox USA.
• Drive the testing plan to regularly assess the effectiveness of the financial control framework.
• Develop and produce monthly reporting on the financial control framework and control issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

BS Degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA, CMA or MBA

Tools

SOX compliance tools

Model Audit Rule tools

Job description

The Senior Financial Controls Analyst will report to the Senior Vice President of Finance. This key role will drive the enhancement and monitoring of our financial controls framework.

Key Responsibilities:

Enhance a controls and compliance mindset across Hiscox USA by championing a strong controls framework and environment.

Educate Hiscox USA on principles needed for the business to be an effective first line of defense.

Baseline financial controls for all key finance and business processes, including new processes.

Own and drive the testing plan to regularly assess the effectiveness of the financial control framework.

Monitor activities over control processes across the business.

Own, drive, and report on quarterly control attestations from various departments relevant to Model Audit Rule Principles.

Recommend control remediation activities to address identified control risks.

Develop and produce monthly reporting on the financial control framework, control issues, progress on control remediation, and monitoring activities.

Assist with internal audits of business partners to assess the effectiveness of their control environment.

Requirements:

Solid knowledge of internal control objectives and principles.

Experience in a processing-related work environment with the ability to identify key financial controls and test their effectiveness.

Strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills.

Experience within the P&C insurance industry.

Detail-oriented and organized.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.

Education:

BS Degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA, CMA or MBA

Experience:

5-7 years in P&C insurance accounting, finance or equivalent business experience

5+ years working within a controls related role

Experience within a SOX or Model Audit Rule environment

Experience working within Shield or another control and risk related tool preferred

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and bonus (based on personal & company performance)

401(k) with competitive company matching

Comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental and FSA plans (medical, limited purpose, and dependent care)

Company paid group term life, short- term disability and long-term disability coverage

24 Paid time off days plus 2 Hiscox days, 10 paid holidays plus 1 paid floating holiday, and ability to purchase 5 PTO days

Paid parental leave

4 week paid sabbatical after every 5 years of service

Financial Adoption Assistance and Medical Travel Reimbursement Programs

Annual reimbursement up to $600 for health club membership or fees associated with any fitness program

Company paid subscription to Headspace to support employees’ mental health and wellbeing

Recipient of 2021 Cigna’s Well-Being Award for having a best-in-class health and wellness program

Dynamic, creative and values-driven culture

Modern and open office spaces, complimentary drinks

Spirit of volunteerism, social responsibility and community involvement, including matching charitable donations for qualifying non-profits via our sister non-profit company, the Hiscox USA Foundation

The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

**Please note that this position is hybrid and requires two (2) days in our office weekly**

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