Sr. Auditor

Come join one of America’s fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures.

Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard.

We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values:
Do good. Be good. Make good.

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

The Senior Auditor – Financial & Operational Audits is responsible for executing risk-based audits across financial reporting, operational, and compliance areas within a life and annuity insurance organization. This role evaluates the effectiveness of internal controls, identifies risks, and provides actionable recommendations to improve processes, strengthen controls, and support the company’s strategic objectives.

The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of insurance operations (or is a critical thinker and fast learner), financial reporting, and internal controls, along with the ability to work independently, manage multiple audits, and communicate effectively with business partners and leadership.

• Plan and execute financial and operational audits in accordance with the internal audit methodology and professional standards
• Perform risk assessments, develop audit programs, and execute testing procedures
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls
• Identify root causes, assess risk impact, and develop practical recommendations

• Execute audits related to financial reporting processes and controls, including areas subject to SOX and MAR
• Assess controls over key accounting processes, financial close, and financial reporting
• Support coordination with external auditors, as needed

• Perform audits of core life and annuity insurance operations, which may include:
• Policy administration
• New business and issue processing
• Claims and benefits administration
• Billing, commissions, and customer service
• Assess operational efficiency, compliance with policies and procedures, and alignment with regulatory requirements

• Prepare clear, concise audit work papers and reports
• Communicate audit results and observations to management
• Track, validate, and follow up on management action plans

• Build effective working relationships with business and functional leaders
• Serve as a professional and objective partner while maintaining audit independence
• Participate in special projects, advisory reviews, and continuous auditing initiatives, as appropriate
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of public accounting and/or internal audit with an emphasis in financial services
• Knowledge of internal control concepts and audit methodologies
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Experience in the life insurance and/or annuity industry
• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, or progress toward certification
• Experience with SOX, MAR, or other insurance regulatory requirements
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, evolving environment

The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual…