Internal Auditor

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital - a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participation in IA team meetings contributing to overall group risk assessments

• Walkthroughs of business processes

• Execution and summarizing results of internal control testing (including SOX)

• Utilizing data analysis techniques to test controls

• Identification and assessment of testing exceptions and articulating risk exposure with management

• Presentation of audit findings to management through status updates and closing meetings

• Proficient use of automated work papers and other department / company tools

• Maintenance of internal audit competency through ongoing professional development

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• CPA or equivalent qualification and experience in external audit

• Demonstrate high integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality

• Be a self-starter

• Demonstrate independent thought leadership and be able to operate and respond positively within a supervision model

• Have the ability to interact and communicate effectively both orally and in written correspondence/reports

• Interact effectively with a wide variety of people in a wide variety of settings, one-on-one or in groups

• Ability to assimilate, analyze, and summarize information in order to come to a conclusion

• Able to organize and prioritize daily work

• Ability to influence individuals and groups with structured, non-confrontational argument

• An attention to detail

• Requires intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that will include Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook

For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of $90-$120K NY.  The specific salary offer will be based on an assessment of a variety of factors including the experience of the successful candidate and their work location. In addition, all employees are eligible for competitive incentive targets, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. On top of this, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.