Internal Audit Analyst

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.

We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.

The Analyst I, Audit, will report directly to the Vice President Audit and will assist the Vice President Audit in the discharge of his/her duties. The AIA 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 AIA 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.

The Analyst I Audit 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 working knowledge of both accounting/auditing and operational procedures as well as sound judgement.

This is a hybrid role which typically works two days in the office and three days from home. However, the schedule is flexible.

• 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

• BS degree in Accounting and/or Finance
• 1 - 5 years proven working experience as Internal or External Auditor
• CPA and/or CIA license obtained or in pursuit of
• Knowledgeable of financial, process and risk-based audit techniques as well as compliance policy reviews is preferred
• Insurance knowledge a plus
• Basic 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
• Existing 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 $51,000 to $70,000. 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).

Employee Benefits:  

We aim to protect our employees' wellbeing through a broad benefits offering. For example, we protect physical wellbeing through health, dental and vision insurance. We protect mental wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. We protect time away from work with a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). We protect financial wellbeing through contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.  

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.

Diversity and Inclusion:

At Protective, we are committed to providing an inclusive culture where all employees are able to fully contribute and thrive. Our goal is to grow and develop our people, attract diverse talent and support strong, diverse communities.

We support diversity, equity, and inclusion by working to develop a culture of inclusion and belonging led by leaders who develop potential and embrace all skills and abilities. Our aim is to create an equitable environment for all leaders and employees that will drive performance and impact business strategy. In this way, we can increase overall diversity for leadership roles and pipelines of talent by maturing our hiring practices, robust development opportunities and focus on retention of key talent.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing the talents of a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:

If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email martina.winston@protective.com.This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.

Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation.  General employment questions should not be sent through this process.