Manager – Internal Audit @ F&G

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Job Summary

The Manager, Internal Audit partners with leaders and stakeholders across the organization to provide dedicated internal audit, advisory, risk, and control expertise. This position will require building strong relationships to serve as a trusted advisor, conducting assurance and advisory engagements that deliver audit recommendations to improve processes, strengthen risk management, and enhance controls across the Company. This position will have responsibility to lead operational internal audits to identify and assess risks, evaluate control design, and determine operating effectiveness of controls. This position plays a key role in preparing the business areas for internal audit processes and provides education and promotes the value of internal audit across the Company.

The Manager, Internal Audit will report directly to the AVP, Internal Audit and will lead a team of Auditors.

Duties & Responsibilities

Perform and lead audit assurance and advisory engagements in the execution of the annual internal audit plan by planning, assigning, and supervising the work of audit team (includes both internal audits and limited Sarbanes Oxley Act/Model Audit Rule internal control testing).
Develop deep understanding of business area financial and operational processes, including the relevant risks and controls
Communicate openly with Internal Audit Leadership and Senior Leadership across the organization about potential areas of risk, risk assessment, and recommend appropriate next steps/considerations.
Provide support to Senior Leadership over advanced risk and control topics
Direct the successful tactical execution of the audit process including planning, scheduling, coordinating, reviewing, and reporting of the work of the audit team while ensuring high-quality documentation of work performed.
Provide advanced expertise in auditing methodologies, standards and requirements and ensure a complete understanding of all aspects of each audit engagement
Effectively collaborate with the broader Financial Controls team to recommend and implement efficiencies and improve processes
Monitor day-to-day quality of deliverables throughout audit engagements and other assigned work
Perform advanced specialized and/or managerial auditing work in multiple disciplines.
Oversee staff development aspects including training/development, prioritizing workflow, and motivation/engagement of employees.
Represent the audit function in complex corporate initiatives and committees, providing value-added contributions to the areas served
Develop and maintain strong business partner relationships through establishment as a content expert, providing clear/concise feedback, and promoting the value of internal audit services
Ensure compliance with the Global Internal Audit Standards and Company policies and procedures.
Remain current on auditing, accounting, and regulatory trends. Apply new rules as they are issued by the applicable guiding body.
Perform other functions, duties, and projects, related to Internal Audit services, as assigned

Experience & Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required with preference in Accounting / Finance
Minimum 7 years experience of progressive audit or internal controls experience, or combination of experience with a professional designation (CPA, CFA, CIA, CISA, etc.) considered
2+ years of experience leading or managing a team preferred
Insurance industry experience preferred
Professional designation in related field preferred (CPA, CFA, CIA, CISA, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Advanced understanding of auditing and/or Sarbanes/Oxley (SOX) and NAIC Model Audit Rule (MAR)
Comprehensive knowledge of auditing methodologies and procedures with a strong foundation in risk and controls and ability to apply concepts to any process.
Demonstrates professional and personal standards, unquestioned integrity, maintain confidentiality, and business ethics
Strong business acumen with ability to translate risk concepts into practical application giving due consideration to business context and prudent management principles
Ability to assimilate information quickly and identify risk for further analysis; proactive in communicating new/emerging risks encountered to Internal Audit leadership to ensure the function's best expertise is applied
Demonstrates high degree of responsibility in balancing multiple commitments, handling competing priorities yet effectively meeting deadlines and commitments to stakeholders
Demonstrates leadership through acceptance of responsibility for driving specific, defined strategic initiatives at the direction of Internal Audit Leadership
Strong management/leadership skills in addition to effective team building, coaching, and team development skills and persuasion skills
Ability to apply audit standards through practical application and must be proactive in researching business best practice concepts in order to apply as appropriate
Ability to interact with various levels of management
Process improvement mindset
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills and courage to challenge existing processes
Highly motivated with demonstrated ability to take initiative and ability to handle multiple complex tasks & prioritize in fast paced environment, including those assigned to staff, to meet critical deadlines
Self-directed individual who works well with teams
Embraces and demonstrates F&G’s cultural values

Other Requirements

Perform other functions, duties and projects as assigned
Regular and punctual attendance
Ability to travel up to 10%, if not located in Des Moines

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Work Environments

F&G believes in an employee-centric flexible environment, which is why we offer the ability for in-office, hybrid and remote work arrangements. During the hiring process, you'll work with your leader to decide what works best for your role.

F&G complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for F&G. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

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About F&G

Since 1959, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company (F&G) has offered annuity and life insurance products to those who are seeking security in retirement and protection during life’s unexpected events.

As a national Top Workplace¹, an Iowa Top Workplace² and a proud equal opportunity employer, F&G team members are empowered, collaborative, dynamic and authentic. We believe that by embracing these values, we will continue to build and strengthen the company while continuing to be a great place to work.

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²Des Moines Register Top Workplaces 2018 – 2022

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