AVP, Internal Audit (Financial Risk Management)

TL;DR

AVP, Internal Audit (Financial Risk Management): Leading and executing risk-based audits across actuarial, investment, treasury, and finance functions with an accent on governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks. Focus on identifying control gaps, conducting SOX compliance testing, and enhancing audit quality through data analytics.

Location: Warren, NJ or New York, NY

Salary: $173,000 – $250,000

Company

hirify.global is a leading global underwriting and risk management company with more than 50 years of experience helping businesses navigate uncertainty.

What you will do

• Lead and execute complex, risk-based audits across actuarial, investment, treasury, and finance functions.
• Assess the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks through fieldwork and data analysis.
• Monitor key financial and operational risks and provide insights on emerging trends.
• Partner with business leaders to identify control gaps and develop practical remediation strategies.
• Support and conduct SOX control testing and advisory activities related to global insurance and reinsurance processes.
• Collaborate with external auditors (KPMG) and contribute to strategic organizational initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 15+ years of experience in internal audit, risk management, public accounting, finance, or investments.
• Audit experience within insurance and reinsurance, specifically focusing on actuarial, investment, treasury, and finance risks.
• Proven experience with SOX testing and control evaluation.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Nice to have

• Actuarial designation or progress toward actuarial credentials.
• Experience auditing actuarial processes.
• Knowledge of statistical sampling and data interpretation.
• Experience leveraging data analytics in audit execution.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) and retirement savings programs.
• Life and disability insurance, along with wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Culture focusing on continuous learning, innovation, and inclusion.