Internal Financial Controls Analyst

Summary

Supports the Model Audit Rule (MAR/SOX) Department in the compliance effort that results in annual reporting to the Department of Insurance in activities such as, but not limited to: risk assessments, process documentation (Financial, Operational and I/S Processes), identification of risks and key controls, testing of controls, reporting of deficiencies, evaluation of deficiencies, periodic reporting to Management, Steering and Executive Committees and the Department of Insurance.

Description

This is a full-time position reporting to 51 Clemson Road in Columbia, SC. This position does have the opportunity to be hybrid.

What You'll Do:

• Based on the output from the risk assessment, evaluates processes that impact each 'in-scope' financial statement line item and performs control documentation activities, including operational, financial, Entity Level and I/S processes. Determines applicable risks and mitigation through control activities. Ensures that risks are appropriately addressed based on COSO/COBIT/MAR guidance. Identifies remediation needed for any unmitigated risks and communicates with management. Makes recommendations on remediation design and uses project processes to ensure remediation is made. Prepares and maintains clear, detailed, accurate MAR/SOX documentation, including process narratives, policies and procedures, process diagrams, control descriptions, risk and control matrices, test plans and test results evaluations. Works with management (Director and above) to obtain approval or modifications needed.
• Performs peer review of testing conclusions and/or documents (Narratives, Process Diagrams, Risk and Control Matrices, Test Plans, Test Workpapers, remediations, etc.) prepared by peers to ensure departmental standards are met. Works with peers to ensure improvement opportunities are adequately addressed.
• Participates in the risk assessment process for each company required to comply with MAR/SOX based on a top-down risk-based approach. Ensures that risks identified through the risk assessment process are mitigated by those controls mapped to each financial statement line item.
• Performs project work as directed by management team. Projects will be focused on improving quality and efficiency of MAR team functions.
• Reviews, approves and communicates with management all remediations identified through testing and design evaluation. Follows departmental process to ensure an adequate response is provided to resolve the remediation and mitigate the risks identified. Escalates, as needed during the process, to ensure deadlines are met.
• Assists internal and external auditors (including the Department of Insurance), with an emphasis on leveraging MAR/SOX work to reduce duplication of efforts and the burden on management throughout the organization.

What You'll Need:

Required Education: Bachelor's in a job related field.

Required Work Experience: 5 years-auditing, Information Systems, Sarbanes-Oxley/MAR, compliance, accounting/financial or Information Systems experience.

Required Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of effective auditing and general accounting standards, and work paper documentation. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Excellent planning and organizational skills. Knowledge of relevant computer support systems. Strong analytical skills. Ability to perform within tight deadlines and prioritize effectively.

Required Software and Other Tools: Microsoft Office, Adobe and Access (or other databases)

Preferred Work Experience: Relevant Audit Experience (SOX, MAR, I/S, Financial, Operational, etc.).

Preferred Skills and Abilities: SOX/MAR, Compliance, Auditing, Risk Management, Healthcare or insurance industry experience. Knowledge of IT general controls (methodologies), COSO, COBIT, and project management.

Preferred Licenses and Certificates : Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Work Environment: Large-scale professional services environment.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes the Following:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits at the first of the month following 28 days of employment:

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Education Assistance
• Service Recognition
• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What To Expect Next:

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