Sr. Audit Consultant, Third-Party Operations

Ohiox; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ohio seeks an experienced professional for the Internal Audit team. The role involves managing audit engagements, assessing risks, and providing strategic insights. Ideal candidates will have significant audit experience and relevant certifications, driving operational effectiveness through advanced analytics.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with matching

Pension

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in audit or risk management preferred.
• Strong knowledge of business and IT concepts.
• Leadership skills and competencies valued.

Responsibilities

• Manage assurance and advisory engagements related to third-party operations.
• Conduct audits, communicate findings effectively, and lead strategic projects.
• Partner with leaders to evaluate controls and recommend improvements.

Skills

Risk assessment

Data analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, PMP)

Job description

As a team member in the Finance department at Nationwide, the opportunities are endless! You can grow and learn in diverse areas across many disciplines such as Advanced Analytics, Investments, Actuarial, Accounting, Risk Management, Critical Business Advisor, Internal Audit, and more. Let Nationwide help create your career journey! At Nationwide, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do, and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

This position will be on Internal Audit’s Third-Party Operations team and a member of the Internal Audit Leadership Team. You will have the opportunity to enhance risk management and insight capabilities in the third-party domain, providing meaningful audit and advisory results to help leaders meet objectives, minimize risk, and improve business effectiveness and efficiency. If you are experienced with evolving internal auditing requirements and strategic risks, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities include managing assurance and advisory engagements related to third-party operations, corporate development impacts, and adaptive operating models. You will assess risks, design audit procedures, and deliver insights across a cross-functional network.

Key responsibilities:

• Partner with leaders across Internal Audit, Enterprise Risk Management, and Procurement to develop frameworks for Third-Party Operations audit engagement management.
• Manage engagements with business leaders to identify risks, evaluate controls, and recommend process improvements.
• Collaborate on evaluating management oversight and advising on operational risks and controls.
• Lead strategic projects and initiatives, including assurance and advisory plans, risk assessments, and control testing.

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Job Description Summary: To enable Nationwide to serve customers with extraordinary care, utilizing advanced analytics for meaningful audit insights that improve business effectiveness. The role offers visibility across the enterprise and involves managing engagements, shaping audit plans, and navigating evolving risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete special projects, including system implementations and compliance with IIA standards.
• Understand strategic plans and contribute to audit planning and risk assessments.
• Develop and maintain the Internal Quality Assurance & Improvement Program and manage external quality assessments.
• Drive audit performance and quality programs in collaboration with leadership.
• Lead and perform complex audits, identify risks, and communicate findings effectively.
• Utilize data analytics and visualization tools for testing and audit innovations.
• Build relationships across the enterprise as a trusted advisor and lead initiatives for agility and innovation.

Reporting Relationships: Reports to Audit Director/Audit Officer

Typical Skills and Experiences:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, PMP) desired.
• Over 10 years of experience in audit, risk management, or related fields, preferably in insurance and financial services.
• Strong knowledge of audit, business, and IT concepts; project management; risk assessment; and excellent communication skills.

Other criteria, including leadership skills and competencies, may take precedence. Staffing exceptions require approval from senior leadership.

Values: Demonstrates Nationwide Values consistently.

Job Conditions:

• Overtime eligibility: Not eligible (exempt).
• Normal office environment; some travel may be required.

Benefits: A comprehensive array of benefits including health coverage, paid time off, 401(k) with matching, pension, and more. Click here to learn more.

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of characteristics protected by law.