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Sun Life Financial, Inc.

Audit Manager

Posted 22 Days Ago
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3 Locations
78K-117K Annually
Senior level
3 Locations
78K-117K Annually
Senior level
Manage complex audit engagements, ensuring proper auditing practices and client interaction. Lead audit teams, document findings, and enhance control processes.
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You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description:

Location: We support US flexible working arrangements in the Wellesley, MA, Portland, ME or Hartford, CT locations.

 

At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for ourClients.We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work.Every day,you’ll be empowered and challengedbyworking withdynamic colleaguesto find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America. 

 

The opportunity: 

Internal Audit contributes to the long-term competitive advantage of the company through the execution of high quality and efficient audit services which help our clients proactively manage risks in their business.

The candidate is responsible for managing, planning and scheduling complex audit engagements and projects. The role includes significant client interaction in order to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and the efficiency of operations. The role is also responsible for fostering a proactive, high performance team environment.

How you will contribute: 

  • Manage complex audit engagements, ensuring proper coverage and consideration of auditing principles and practices.
  • Document the business understanding, business objectives, risks, performance metrics, key controls, and testing strategies for each audit engagement assigned.
  • Conducts audit opening and closing meetings with client.
  • Monitors the progress of audit projects and provides appropriate leadership in completing the projects according to department objectives.
  • Identifies opportunities to build, leverage and execute data analytics within audit.
  • Supervises other audit managers or auditors assigned to projects according to department objectives.
  • Prepares and/or reviews identified issues to ensure they are clearly understood, documented, and that the process owners/business management provides corrective action.
  • Prepares internal audit reports of findings and recommendations for delivery to management.
  • Prepares for and leads meetings with clients for the purpose of audit planning, fieldwork, and presenting audit findings and recommendations; and documents the results of these meetings.
  • Monitors audit findings to ensure effective and timely resolution.
  • Contributes to preparation of internal audit management reports.
  • Actively builds and manages relationships with business partners.
  • Recommends revisions to audit policies, procedures, and programs.

What you will bring with you: 

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Internal Audit preferred
  • Relevant professional designation (CPA, CIA) required
  • Health Insurance background strongly preferred
  • Experience in Government Healthcare (Medicare/Medicaid, including dental) strongly preferred
  • Solid technical audit skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and large projects
  • Proactive, energetic self-starter with the ability to manage and meet deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate, influence and network effectively
  • Proven staff management and development skills
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem solving abilities
  • Ability to devise innovative solutions in a dynamic business environment
  • Data analytics experience required

Do you see yourself in this role even if you haven’t checked all the boxes above? We welcome all talented candidates and are committed to a culture that represents diversity in all forms. If you think you might thrive in this setting, we would love to hear from you. 

 

Not ready to apply yet but want to stay in touch? Join our talent community to stay connected until the time is right for you! 

 

Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life 

  • Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being – mental, physical and financial – including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more 
  • Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account  
  • A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture  
  • Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S.  
  • Named as a “Top 10” employer by the Boston Globe's “Top Places to Work” two years running 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

 

Salary Range: $77,800 - $116,700
At our company, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The salary range for this role is competitive nationwide, and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined based on your unique skills, qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. In addition to your base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on your individual performance as well as the overall performance of the business. We are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone is rewarded for their contributions.

 

Sun Life Financial is a leading provider of group insurance benefits in the U.S., helping people protect what they love about their lives. More than just a name, Sun Life symbolizes our brand promise of making life brighter -for our customers, partners, and communities. Join our talented, diverse workforce and launch a rewarding career. Visit us at www.sunlife.com/us to learn more. 

 

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs. 

Our Affirmative Action Program affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email [email protected] to request an accommodation.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

For applicants residing in California, please read our employee California Privacy Policy and Notice.

Job Category:

Internal Audit

Posting End Date:

10/04/2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Top Skills

Data Analytics

Sun Life Financial, Inc. Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts, USA Office

One Sun Life Park, Wellesley Hills, MA , United States, 02481

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