Internal Auditor
The Opportunity
As an Internal Auditor, you will provide crucial assistance during internal audit activities, helping to complete specific tasks within the overall scope of the audit project. You will have the opportunity to function as an operational risk and control expert ]]>
The Team
Corporate Audit consists of approximately 50 professionals across MassMutual businesses at several locations worldwide. Our work directly contributes to supporting MassMutual's strategic focus on growing the business, enhancing profitability, and focusing on the customer. Internal Auditors evaluate business processes, risks and controls, providing guidance towards more effective, efficient, and reliable internal controls.
The Impact
As a member of the Actuarial & Investments Audit team you will report directly to the Head of Actuarial & Investments Audit and you will work collaboratively across the team. As an Internal Auditor you will have sufficient knowledge and credibility to be considered a trusted advisor and demonstrate professional courage. Our stakeholders expect audits of controversial topics and areas where MassMutual may not be performing well. The impact you will have on the organization at large will come from evaluating company practices, processes, controls, governance and risk management. Responsibilities for this Internal Auditor will include, but are not limited to the following:
Audit pricing, product development, valuation, asset-liability management, hedging, financial planning & analysis, investments, and risk management
Validate actuarial, investment, and risk areas for consistency with internal and external standards and best practices
Partner with other Corporate Audit teams on cross-functional audits
Inspire others by articulating how our work aligns with MassMutual's purpose and strategy
Advocate continuous improvement efforts by driving decisions and execution
Evaluate methods, assumptions, processes, and controls for reasonableness, compliance, and consistency with internal and external standards
Influence and collaborate with business partners to improve controls and governance
Recommend and negotiate appropriate business solutions to manage identified and emerging risks
Involved in activities such as preparation of detailed programs for actuarial and investment audits, review of complex financial calculations and processes, and assessment of procedures to determine efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with policies and standards
Serve as the subject matter expert, provide advice, coach and facilitate training of new auditors
The Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree is required, preferably in accounting, business, finance, risk management, or equivalent
At least 4 years of progressive internal audit experience related to audit, internal controls, risk, or governance principles
Experience performing audit techniques including evaluating risks and controls, testing calculations, validation of team audit work, and negotiating control improvements and confirming their implementation
Demonstrated versatility in communicating up, down and across the organization by working with others and demonstrated ability to steer discussions with various levels of leadership across the enterprise
Experience directing complex projects involving many functional stakeholders
The Ideal Qualifications
Demonstrates a strong understanding of risk concepts including inherent and residual risks as well as how to assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls
Works self-sufficiently, enthusiastically engaging clients and peers to complete value-added assignments within the defined project scope and timelines
Ability to quickly familiarize with new practice areas and understand business challenges
Demonstrates an intense can-do attitude and can work on multiple projects at the same time
Professional designation (e.g. CPA, CIA, etc.) or advanced degree
Experience in a Big 4 or equivalent firm
Broad knowledge of insurance concepts, life & annuity products, professional standards, and regulations
What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team
Regular meetings with the Actuarial & Investments Audit Team
Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
Access to mentorship opportunities
Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, Veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits
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MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.
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