Sr Staff Auditor

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, ESG initiatives and IDE journey.

Our Internal Audit Department is currently seeking a Sr Staff Auditor to join our growing team in Worcester, MA location.  This is a full-time, hybrid, exempt role. 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Responsible for conducting certain aspects of financial and operational audits, fraud investigations, and special projects within all functional areas of the Company.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Work independently to plan all aspects of audits, including assessing risk, setting scope and audit objectives while coordinating staffing resources. 
• Independently conduct audits, including field work and preparation of quality work papers and audit reports. 
• Communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with all levels of management.
• Mentor and assist in developing team members. 
• Assist management in providing timely feedback for staff assessments.

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

• 3 - 5 years of experience in auditing; with IT General Controls auditing experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• CPA, CIA or CISA preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) 
• Excellent time management skills with ability to prioritize work to completion
• Ability to work independently and perform research with limited guidance 
• Strong analytic skills and an inquisitive personality 
• Ability to interact and coordinate with all levels of management 
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite 
• Ability to travel as necessary

Key Success Factors/ Competencies: 

• Demonstrates a highly skilled ability to effectively lead audit projects, assess risk and develop testing approaches, analyze and solve problems, and conduct necessary discovery and research.
• Strong project management and organizational skills to effectively lead audits and maintain a shared commitment to the improvement or success of an audit or project within communicated deadlines.
• Plans, organizes, and monitors staff, projects, and budgets to meet the audit plan and other organizational goals and priorities in a timely manner. 
• Demonstrates thoroughness and careful attention to detail to keep tasks and responsibilities clearly defined, on schedule, and error-free. 
• Detailed knowledge of accounting and audit practices including risk assessment, internal controls and financial processes.
• Ability to develop and execute data analytics including collecting and analyzing complex data sets to facilitate audit scoping and testing.
• Demonstrate the ability to use analytical thinking and techniques, e.g., separating a complex whole into its parts or elements to resolve problems or issues. 
• Clearly communicate risks, findings, and value-add recommendations to assist in the development of meaningful action plans while building effective relationships.
• Ability to influences and communicates ideas or positions in a persuasive manner that build support, agreement, or commitment, across the company, including senior leadership.
• Creates an environment that encourages and values the opinions of others and promotes sharing of information and ideas.
• Assists the external auditors with the completion of their audit procedures.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
• Click here for the full list of Benefits

EEO statement:

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers.  The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.  

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.” 

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities.  Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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