Analyst II, Audit (Hybrid)

The Analyst II Audit (AIIA) position will add value and improve our operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of compliance, risk management, control, and governance processes. The successful candidate will possess a thorough knowledge of both accounting/auditing and operational procedures as well as sound judgement.

The AIIA will report directly to the Vice President Audit and will assist the Vice President Audit in the discharge of his/her duties. The AIIA will protect the Company’s assets by performing reviews of the Company’s compliance practices; planning and completing financial and operational audits; identifying inadequate, inefficient, or ineffective internal controls; recommending improvements. In addition, the AIIA will contribute to team results by welcoming new and different work requirements; exploring new opportunities to add value to the organization; helping others accomplish related job results as and where needed

Responsibilities:

• Perform reviews of compliance procedures established by the Company including but not limited to statutory filings; vendor financial stability, record retention; insurance regulations; Cybersecurity; Human Resource policies and training requirements.
• Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operations’ effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations.
• Plan financial and operational audits by understanding organization objectives, structure, policies, processes, internal controls, and external regulations; identifying risk areas; preparing audit scope and objectives; preparing audit programs.
• Assess compliance with regulations and controls by executing audit program steps.
• Assess risks and internal controls by identifying areas of non-compliance; evaluating manual and automated processes; identifying process weaknesses and inefficiencies and operational issues.
• Complete audit work papers and memoranda by documenting audit tests and findings.
• Communicate audit progress and findings by providing information in status meetings; highlighting unresolved issues; reviewing working papers; preparing final audit reports.
• Improve protection by recommending changes in management monitoring, assessment, and motivational practices, in the internal control structure, and in operating processes; identifying root causes.
• Provide control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Protect organization's reputation by keeping information confidential.

Education and Qualifications:

• BS degree in Accounting and/or Finance
• 5+ years proven working experience as Internal or External Auditor
• CPA and/or CIA license 
• Knowledgeable of financial, process and risk-based audit techniques as well as compliance policy reviews.
• Insurance knowledge a plus
• Strong understanding of internal controls and risk
• Advanced computer skills on MS Office and process mapping
• Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports
• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
• Excellent communication technique, both written and verbal
• High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
• Sound independent judgement
• Performs other duties and/or projects as directed by the Vice President Audit

Protective’s targeted salary range for this position is $61,000 to $90,000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, job location, skills, and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protective’s total compensation package for employees.

This position also offers additional incentive opportunities [through an annual incentive based on individual and Company performance] OR [through cash compensation as part of a sales incentive plan (SIP).