Senior - Governance, Risk, & Controls (Insurance)

DLA, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

401(k) with company match

Hybrid work model

Professional development & training

Employee referral & commission

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Job summary

DLA, LLC in Chicago, IL is seeking a Senior with SOX and internal controls experience in the insurance industry to join our Governance, Risk, & Controls team.

You will document and test controls, review effectiveness across business areas, propose improvements, and prepare presentations for management.

A BS in Accounting or Finance and 3+ years in insurance internal audit or advisory are preferred; hybrid work with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years’ experience serving insurance clients in professional services or internal audit.
• Strong SOX/internal control testing experience.
• Understanding of complex insurance products (P&C, life, health, annuities) preferred.
• Strong process and analytical skills.
• GAAP knowledge a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer proficiency.
• Independent, proactive, self-motivated.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Ability to analyze and resolve issues and make recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Develop documentation of existing internal controls and processes.
• Review and evaluate effectiveness of internal controls across business areas.
• Suggest solutions to strengthen controls, improve profitability and aid management decisions.
• Assist in developing oral and written presentations to management, discussing deficiencies and corrective actions.

Skills

SOX compliance

Internal controls

Accounting/Finance

Insurance knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

GAAP knowledge

Multi-tasking

Proactive

Education

BS/BA in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Brief Description
At DLA, we combine the resources of a national firm with the agility of an entrepreneurial team. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, open communication, and flexibility, and we give our people the opportunity to make a real impact from day one.

We're currently looking for a Senior with SOX and/or internal controls experience in the insurance industry to join our Governance, Risk, & Controls team in Chicago, IL.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop documentation of existing internal controls and internal processes
• Review and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls in a variety of business areas
• Suggest solutions to strengthen controls, improve profitability and aid management decision-making capability
• Assist in the development of oral and written presentations to management during and at the conclusion of the examination, discussing deficiencies and recommending corrective actions to improve operations

Knowledge & Skills

• BS or BA in Accounting or Finance
• 3+ years’ experience serving insurance clients in a professional services environment or internal audit role required
• Strong experience with SOX and/or internal control testing required
• Understanding of complex insurance products (e.g. property & casualty, life, health, annuities) strongly preferred
• Strong process and analytical skills
• Knowledge of GAAP and general business and operational principles a plus
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong computer proficiency
• Independent, proactive, self-motivated
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal and written and oral communication skills
• Must be able to multi-task
• Ability to analyze and resolve issues and make recommendation

Why Join DLA?

We're a rapidly growing advisory firm with a strong leadership team, national client base, and startup-friendly culture. We offer:

• Flexible PTO (plus your birthday is a holiday!)
• 401(k) with company match
• Hybrid work model (typically 2 days/week in-office)
• Ongoing professional development & training
• Employee referral & commission programs
• Comprehensive healthcare plans

Come Be a Part of Our Success Story

At DLA, we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. If you share our values and enthusiasm for accounting advisory, you'll find a home here. DLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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