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

• 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.

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