What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Internal Auditor position at Jackson National Life Insurance Company?
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Job Purpose
The Jackson Financial Inc. Internal Audit team (JFI IA) is an independent assurance function that assists the Board, Executive Committee, Audit Committee (AC) and Risk Committee (RC) in protecting the assets, reputation, and sustainability of the organization through the independent, objective, and risk-based assessment and reporting of the overall effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes across the organization, and by appropriately challenging executive management to improve the effectiveness of those processes. The JFI IA team also leads activities supporting compliance with Sarbanes Oxley Section 404 and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Model Audit Rule requirements (SOX and MAR Program). The Lead Internal Auditor has a critical role leading the execution of audit activities across JFI, in line with internal and external standards and expectations.
Essential Responsibilities
Builds strong and effective working relationships with management, JFI IA team members, ‘second line’ functions, and external assurance providers.
Leads the delivery of a portfolio of varied audit assignments in alignment with regulatory expectations, industry best practices, internal audit standards, and agreed timelines.
Leads the identification, documentation, and testing of key processes, risks, controls, and systems within the scope of an audit.
Develops testing programs which evaluate whether the key controls identified in the risk assessment are designed and operating effectively, and reviews testing programs developed by Auditors and Senior Auditors.
Drafts external-facing audit related deliverables, including audit commencement emails and audit reports.
Assists the Audit Manager and / or Auditor Director in discussing and finalizing audit observations and resulting actions with the management responsible for the activities being audited.
Supports the evaluation of audit observation closure by management, including obtaining ongoing status updates from line management, control design assessment, and operating effectiveness testing.
May execute SOX and MAR Program activities, as needed.
Participates in steering committees, project boards, and/or other discussions as needed.
Trains and mentors Audit staff.
Other Duties
Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of internal audit standards and methodologies, or ability to learn and apply the standards and methodologies.
Ability to positively engage with internal and external parties.
Strong project management skills. Ability to lead critical and complex projects to achieve objectives and meet timelines.
Ability to scope, develop, and execute work plans and conduct work effectively, to time and quality requirements, and in line with regulatory, industry, and JFI IA requirements.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong team player as evidenced by the ability to contribute to team effort, share responsibility for team results, and exhibit a positive attitude.
Demonstrated ethical behavior.
Ability to grasp issues quickly, address problems, and keep the Audit team informed of challenges.
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, and analytical skills.
Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office. Familiarity with audit productivity software packages or the capacity to learn.
Willingness to travel domestically (approximately 10-20% of time).
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required.
Master's Degree or other advanced degree a plus.
5 years in an internal audit or external audit role or 8 years of relevant business experience required.
Insurance or financial services industry experience preferred.
Management experience preferred.
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or other recognized Audit/Accountancy license, or plan to attain license within 2 years required.
We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Jackson is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. The Company subscribes to and endorses federal and state laws and regulations relating to equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, legally-recognized disability, marital status, legally-protected medical condition, citizenship, ancestry, height, weight, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other factor not related to the needs of the job. The Company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Company facilities and campuses are tobacco-free environments.
