Senior Internal Auditor

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

No nights, weekends, or holidays

Generous PTO

Medical, dental & vision starting day

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead complex audit engagements, assess risks, and strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls. You will collaborate with leadership across functions to improve processes and ensure regulatory alignment.

This role requires an experienced audit professional capable of independent management of audits, effective communication with senior leaders, and actionable recommendations supporting business

Qualifications

• 5+ years of internal audit experience in insurance or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree required; CIA/CPA/CISA/CRMA or similar credential preferred.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, MAR/SOX, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading complex audits with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, high‑risk audits from planning through reporting.
• Assess business risks, internal controls and processes for improvements.
• Develop audit strategies and risk assessments for key business areas.
• Evaluate regulatory compliance and control frameworks across functions.
• Present findings and recommendations to management and senior leaders.
• Mentor and support junior audit team members.

Skills

Internal audit experience

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

CIA/CPA/CISA/CRMA

Job description

Good Things Start Here.

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies—an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long‑term careers.

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies—an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long‑term careers.

Overview

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies—an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long‑term careers.

Good Things You Can Count On.

• Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in‑office


• Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)


• Competitive pay + generous PTO


• Medical, dental & vision starting day one


• 401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead complex audit engagements and provide independent, risk‑based insights that strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls. In this role, you will work across multiple business functions, evaluate operational and regulatory risks, and partner with leadership to improve processes and control effectiveness.

This position is ideal for an experienced audit professional who can independently manage audits, communicate effectively with senior leaders, and provide practical recommendations that support business objectives.

What You’ll Do

• Lead complex, high‑risk, and cross‑functional audit engagements from planning through reporting.


• Assess business risks, internal controls, and operational processes to identify improvement opportunities.


• Develop audit strategies and risk assessments for key business areas.


• Evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and established control frameworks.


• Present audit findings, risk implications, and recommendations to management and senior leadership.


• Support special projects, investigations, consulting engagements, and process improvement initiatives.


• Contribute to audit planning, risk assessment activities, and the ongoing enhancement of audit methodologies.


• Identify emerging risks and systemic control issues that could impact organizational objectives.


• Mentor and provide guidance to internal audit team members.


• Promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the Internal Audit function.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of internal audit experience within the insurance industry or equivalent experience in audit, compliance, or risk management.


• Bachelor's degree required; professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CRMA, or similar credential preferred.


• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, insurance operations, MAR/SOX frameworks, and regulatory compliance requirements.


• Experience leading complex audits with minimal supervision.


• Ability to assess significant business risks and evaluate control environments.


• Strong analytical, project management, and problem‑solving skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present findings and recommendation to senior leadership.


• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience.

What You’ll Bring

• A risk‑based mindset and sounds professional judgment.


• The ability to build credibility with stakeholders across the organization.


• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.


• A collaborative approach to identifying solutions and improving business processes.

Salary $85,000 - $150,000 + bonus

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, this range represents a good‑faith estimate. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, credentials, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.

This role may be based out of the following office locations, including: New York, NY; Parsippany, NJ; Conshohocken, PA; and Wilkes‑Barre, PA.

Interview Integrity Notice:

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD is committed to a fair and consistent hiring process. Candidates are expected to participate independently in interviews. Unauthorized recording, transcription, AI note‑taking, or AI interview assistance tools may not be used during interviews without prior approval.