- Senior
- Ufficio in New York
The Lead Auditor provides support to the Head of Internal Audit – Americas in the execution of internal audits, and follow-up procedures for the Americas based Companies. Proven professional and technical knowledge of re/insurance business and operations and are required for this position.
Work involves performing complex and professional level internal audit assignments, and where relevant special assignments audit works, aligned with the audit objectives, approach and in conformance with the organization’s and professional and ethical standards.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Head of Internal Audit – Americas, perform the following in a manner aligned with the SCOR Corporate values of collaboration, care, courage, and open mind, throughout each step:
Based on the assignment objectives, develop the preliminary risk assessment, audit strategy and audit work program.
Lead and supervise: the audit steps of the other auditors assigned, and review the accuracy, quality and completeness of the work and deliverables produced diligently with the care needed.
Perform interviews, analyze documents, develop and administer surveys, compose summary memos, and prepare working papers aligned with the audit working framework
Produce accurate analysis and testing aligned with the audit objectives, quality and complete audit work and deliverables produced diligently with the care needed.
Based on the audit work performed, identify unmitigated risk and findings and their components: criteria, conditions, causes, consequences, corrective actions i.e. recommendations, supported by reviewing processes, procedures and systems, testing transactions and analyzing results and supporting evidence and documenting the audit working papers accordingly,
Communicates the audit results via oral presentation and written correspondence and reports, to management in a collaborative and open-minded manner.
Post audit, diligently contributes to the recommendations follow-up and testing.
Throughout the assignments and as part of the department’s activities:
Acquire and maintain the holistic view and an understanding of the company’s strategy, governance, risk, compliance and internal control framework.
Contributes to internal discussions related to the annual audit plan on the region
Maintain productive relationships with stakeholders and team members, aligned with the role of GIA and with a mindset to add value, through individual contacts and group meetings.
Actively contribute to departmental initiatives and operating processes where requested.
Commit to pursue continuous professional development, including external and internal training, specialization and professional association memberships.
Willingness to travel when required in accordance with internal audit principles and requirements.
Qualifications
University degree in Accounting/Finance, Actuarial, Audit, Risk Management or other related industry
7+ years of relevant audit experience with a multinational company, in re/insurance or audit firm.
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and/or Statutory and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
LOMA (Life Office Management Association) or AICPCU (American Institute for Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters) Credentials and training, or active pursuit of the related credentials
Pursuit of certifications such as CIA, CPA, SOA’s and other relevant credentials
- Mastering of Microsoft Suit (incl. Excel, Worlds, PowerPoint), Data / Analytics (IDEA, Power BI or equivalent) Proven professional and technical knowledge required of re/insurance business and operations
Proven aptitude for data-driven operational auditing - gathering and analyzing complex business data and creating and executing suitable audit tests, preferably using AI and other emerging technologies.
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills in English, in a complex environment.
Ability to understand complex business processes and interactions, good capacity to analyze risks by taking into account both the strategy adopted by the company and the business environment and exercising judgment when taking decisions / alerting the supervisors.
Ability to perform the audit steps executions pragmatically, timely, efficiently and independently, maintaining the required quality level in analysis and working papers documentation,
Flair and self-confidence to communicate openly and clearly, verbally and in writing and readiness and ability to hold discussions and to suggest recommendations and assess corresponding management action plans.
Ability to articulate and write accurate, clear, concise and complete deliverables (work papers, audit reports, follow-up reports).
Highest degree of ethics and integrity, and strict adherence to the Group Internal Audit Code of Conduct, Charter, and operating framework
- Keep abreast of relevant corporate and professional topics, of SCOR’s strategy, organization, business and operations
Candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Hybrid Work Policy: SCOR is committed to an "in office" culture where people can collaborate, exchange ideas, and establish stronger working relationships while still providing
flexibility. To support employee work-life balance and increase opportunities for employees to excel every day,
SCOR operates with a hybrid working arrangement. SCOR employees work 3 days per week in an office with
the flexibility to work 2 days per week remotely.
Pay Range for roles performed in NY: $132,000-$178,500 base salary per year. Actual salaries may vary based on various factors including but not limited to location,
experience, role and performance. The range listed is just one component of SCOR's total compensation
package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives. In addition, we provide a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance
coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement saving plan, paid holidays and paid time off.
Company
As a leading global reinsurer, SCOR offers its clients a diversified and innovative range of reinsurance and insurance solutions and services to control and manage risk. Applying “The Art & Science of Risk,” SCOR uses its industry-recognized expertise and cutting-edge financial solutions to serve its clients and contribute to the welfare and resilience of society in around 160 countries worldwide.
Working at SCOR means engaging with some of the best minds in the industry – actuaries, data scientists, underwriters, risk modelers, engineers, and many others – as we work together to find solutions to pressing challenges facing societies.
As an international company, our common culture is defined by “The SCOR Way.” Serving both to build momentum that drives the Group forward and as a compass to guide our actions and choices, The SCOR Way is anchored by five core values, reflecting the input of employees at all levels of the Group. We care about clients, people, and societies. We perform with integrity. We act with courage. We encourage open minds. And we thrive through collaboration.
SCOR supports inclusion and the diversity of talents, and all positions are open to people with disabilities.
