Internal Auditor I in Portland, Oregon at The Standard
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Job Description
Portland, OR
Time Type: Full time
Requisition ID: REQ006715
Description:
The next part of your journey is right around the corner — with The Standard.
A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams, we’ve been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?
Job Summary
Perform audits, consulting reviews, and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) testing to assist management in ensuring that an appropriate control environment exists to support the achievement of organizational objectives related to reliability of financial reporting, safeguarding of assets, compliance with laws and regulations, and the effectiveness and efficiency of operations; and to assist members of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors in carrying out their oversight function.
*This role requires the ability to travel 2-3 times a year onsite to Oregon office.
Key Responsibilities
Assist on operational, information technology, financial, and compliance audits, testing of controls over financial reporting, consulting projects, fraud investigations, and special projects, including risk assessment and control evaluation, and performance and documentation of testing to meet established scope and objectives. Advise management regarding adequacy of control structures, and negotiate effective, efficient solutions to control weaknesses.
Assist in the development of data analytics and enhancements to department and auditing procedures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the audit process and maximize the value provided to audit customers.
Participate in the development of a dynamic risk-based audit plan linked to the Company's key business objectives. Analyze key financial and operational data and recommend changes to the audit risk environment. Develop and maintain contacts with Company management to improve and enhance Internal Auditing's partnership with management through consultation and ongoing networking.
Skills and Background You’ll Need
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
Experience: A minimum of 1–2 years of relevant professional, educational, or internship experience is required.
Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Familiarity with insurance company accounting and reporting requirements, including the Model Audit Rule (MAR)
Understanding of information technology controls, as well as internal auditing standards and techniques
Knowledge of control frameworks and risk analysis models, such as COSO and COBIT
Pursuit of professional certification preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate
Improvement Mindset: Continually seeks new ways to apply digital and non-digital solutions to drive innovation, efficiency, effectiveness and transformation to create business/customer value.
Adaptability: Sees possibilities in changing circumstances, accepts and understands change and alters behavior as necessary.
Driving Success: Acts with urgency, pursues ambitious goals and shows resilience in the face of obstacles and setbacks.
We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:
A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
An annual incentive bonus plan
Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure
A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools
In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.
Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.
The actual compensation for this role will be based on a combination of education and experience, knowledge and skills, position budget, internal equity, and market data.
Salary Range:
$66,000.00 - $96,250.00Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.
Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Mortgage Investors, LLC, StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., and American Heritage Life Insurance Company and American Heritage Service Company, marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. Except where precluded by state or federal law, The Standard will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. The Standard offers a drug- and alcohol-free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on The Standard's property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation and employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. After any conditional offer of employment is made, the background check will include an individualized assessment based on the applicant’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain and correct background information. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.
About Us:
The Standard is a family of companies dedicated to helping its customers achieve financial well-being and peace of mind. In business since 1906, we’re a leading provider of group and individual disability insurance, group life, dental and vision insurance, voluntary (employee-paid) benefits, absence management services, and retirement plans and annuities for employers and individuals. For more information about The Standard, visit www.standard.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.