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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance

Senior Manager, Internal Audit and SOX

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In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
140K-170K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
140K-170K Annually
Senior level
Leads risk-based internal audits and SOX compliance activities, including risk assessments, control testing, remediation validation, audit reporting, and stakeholder management. Partners with business leaders and external auditors to strengthen governance, controls, risk management, and operational effectiveness. Applies data analytics and modern audit techniques, contributes to audit planning and methodology improvements, and develops team members.
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Who are we? 
A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character.

We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world?

Learn more about our unique culture and history.

Job Opportunity: 

BHSI is looking for a thoughtful and collaborative Senior Manager to join our Internal Audit / SOX Compliance team in Boston. This role leads risk-based audit work and SOX compliance activities that strengthen governance, controls, risk management, and operational effectiveness across the organization. You will partner with business leaders, functional teams, and external auditors to deliver practical insights, guide remediation, and improve audit quality through sound judgement, data analytics, and modern audit processes. The role offers broad organizational exposure and the opportunity to shape audit methodology, develop teammates, and influence meaningful business outcomes.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead risk-based internal audit engagements across financial, operational, compliance, and regulatory areas, delivering clear insights and recommendations that strengthen governance, controls, and business performance. 
  • Develop audit scopes, risk assessments, testing strategies, and work programs that address key business risks and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
  • Manage internal audit execution, resources, workpaper quality, issue development, reporting, and timelines in accordance with professional standards and departmental methodology.
  • Partner with business and functional leaders to provide clear insight into risks, controls, emerging issues, and opportunities to strengthen governance and operations.
  • Assess control deficiencies and root causes, develop practical, risk-based recommendations, and partner with management to establish effective remediation plans.
  • Prepare and present clear, concise, executive-level audit reports that communicate significant risks, observations, and agreed-upon management actions.
  • Monitor and validate remediation efforts to confirm corrective actions are implemented effectively, and underlying risks are appropriately addressed.
  • Apply data analytics, technology, and modern audit techniques throughout the audit lifecycle to improve audit quality, efficiency, risk coverage, and insight generation.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to plan, test, and report on internal controls related to Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).
  • Contribute to annual audit planning, enterprise risk assessments, team development, audit methodology improvements, and special projects, advisory engagements, or investigations as business needs and risk priorities evolve.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in public accounting, internal audit, or a related audit or risk role; insurance industry experience is a plus.
  • Advanced knowledge of internal controls, risk-based audit methodology, and key regulatory frameworks, including SOX, COSO, GAAP, and PCAOB standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead risk-based audits, evaluate control design and operating effectiveness, identify root causes, and develop practical remediation recommendations.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clear audit observations and present risks, findings, and recommendations to business leaders.
  • Effective relationship-building and stakeholder management skills across business teams, management, external auditors, and cross-functional partners.
  • Sound business judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a practical, solutions-oriented approach to strengthening governance, controls, and operations.
  • Proficiency with data analytics, audit tools, Excel, and Microsoft Office applications to improve audit quality, efficiency, and insight.
  • Demonstrated professionalism, accountability, and ability to deliver high-quality work consistent with BHSI’s values and collaborative, team-oriented culture.
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field preferred; relevant professional certifications, such as CPA or CIA are a plus.

BHSI Offers:

  • A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates.
  • A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates, and our other stakeholders.
  • A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework.
  • Benefits that support your life and well-being, which include:
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
  • Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term)
  • Life Insurance (for you and your family)
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (for you and your family)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Reimbursement Account
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company Match
  • Generous holiday and Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Parental Leave

The base salary range for this position in Boston is $140,000 to $170,000, along with annual bonus eligibility. Total compensation for a candidate is determined by their relevant skills, location, and experience. We value our teammates – both their capabilities and character – as demonstrated by our amazing culture.

NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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