Senior Internal Auditor

Company Overview

Recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one! Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We’re committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.

Job Summary

West Bend Insurance’s Internal Audit team is a key contributor to our company’s success, helping drive growth by safeguarding our assets and uncovering opportunities to make our business even more efficient and effective. If you’re a self-motivated, creative, and insightful problem-solver who thrives on challenges and values integrity, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! We’re on the lookout for an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join our team. In this role, you’ll take the lead in developing audit programs, driving risk assessments, and strengthening key processes—all while building strong relationships across the organization. We can’t wait to welcome the right person to our team and continue shaping the future of West Bend together!

 

Responsibilities & Qualifications

This position offers both remote and hybrid work locations.  Candidates who reside within 50 miles of an office location (West Bend, Madison, Appleton) will be offered a hybrid work schedule.  Candidates who are fully remote (beyond 50 miles) may occasionally be asked to travel to an office location for in-person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and corporate events.

 

Join Our Team & Make an Impact! Are you an experienced audit professional looking to take your career to the next level? Do you have a passion for risk management, corporate governance, and financial controls? If so, we want YOU to join our team as a Senior Internal Auditor!At West Bend Insurance, we’re committed to protecting our assets and ensuring operational excellence. As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will play a key role in leading financial and operational audits, driving process improvements, and influencing decision-making at the highest levels of our organization.

 

 

What You'll Do

 

    • Lead operational and financial audits of critical business processes    • Assess and enhance risk management, control, and governance practices    • Work closely with stakeholders across the company to drive efficiency    • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior auditors and co-sourcing firms    • Assist in developing the annual internal audit plan and Audit Committee materials    • Advocate for strong internal controls and corporate governance

 

What You'll Bring

 

    • 4 – 6 years of audit experience, preferably in the insurance industry    • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills    • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment    • Solid knowledge of audit processes, methods, and best practices

 

Preferred Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), or CISA (Certified Information Security Auditor)
• Completion of Program in General Insurance or other relevant continuing education

The salary range for this position is $90,000-$113,000.

 

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.  Compensation decisions are made by West Bend and are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.  

 

Benefits

West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to: 

  

• Medical & Prescription Insurance  

• Health Savings Account  

• Dental Insurance  

• Vision Insurance  

• Short and Long Term Disability  

• Flexible Spending Accounts  

• Life and Accidental Death & Disability   

• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance  

• Employee Assistance Program  

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match  

• Pet Insurance  

• Paid Time Off. Standard first year PTO is 17 days, pro-rated based on month of hire. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidates 

• Bonus eligible based on performance  

• West Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.

EEO

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.

 

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