James River Management Company
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James River Insurance is an excess and surplus lines segment of James River Group Holdings, Ltd. and operates on an approved non-admitted basis in 50 states and Washington, DC. Since 2003, James River has provided thousands of commercial property and casualty customers with innovative and creative solutions for particular insurance needs.
At James River Insurance, we are committed to providing a stable and rewarding work environment supported by our Core Values and Guiding Principles: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Customer Service, Communication, and Teamwork.
We are proud of being recognized the past 5 years as one of The Top Workplaces USA.
James River Group Holdings, Ltd. is a Bermuda-based insurance holding company which owns and operates a group of specialty insurance and reinsurance companies. The Company operates in two specialty property and casualty insurance segments: Excess and Surplus Lines and Specialty Admitted Insurance. The Company tends to focus on accounts associated with small or medium-sized businesses in each of its segments. Each of the Company's regulated insurance subsidiaries are rated "A-" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.
Job Summary
The Internal Auditor will assist with, coordinate and execute all aspects of the internal audit process including but not limited to audit planning, performing audit work and testing as well as Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance work and testing.
Duties and Responsibilities
Continuously exhibit and uphold Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Communication and Teamwork, Innovation and Customer Service
Perform and document SOX compliance planning and testing in accordance with developed test plans
Identify and document SOX exceptions
Identify and analyze SOX exceptions, process inefficiencies and internal control weaknesses to provide meaningful recommendations for improvement
Prepare SOX-related communications to Management and external auditors
Coordinate and execute internal audits in accordance with audit project work programs for financial, operational and IT audits
Prepare audit reports
Maintain all organizational and professional ethical standards
Communicate work product results and project status updates routinely with all members of Internal Audit department
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)
Knowledge of GAAP, insurance industry standards and/or IT systems
Research, analysis and problem-solving skills
Ability to exercise sound judgement in making critical and complex decisions
Ability to build effective relationships with business partners
Self-starter who works well independently and in a team environment
Ability to convey technical process information in a clear and concise manner
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively
Ability to identify and make process and procedure improvement recommendations
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Continuous learning style
Active listening skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to periodically travel both domestically and internationally (Bermuda)
Experience and Education
High School diploma required
Bachelor's degree in related field (Finance, Accounting) preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Minimum of one year of relevant work experience (accounting, audit, finance, information technology, insurance-related field) required
Certifications or progression towards professional certifications (Certified Internal Auditor Certified, Public Accountant) preferred
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James River Insurance is an excess and surplus lines segment of James River Group Holdings, Ltd. and operates on an approved non-admitted basis in 50 states and Washington, DC. Since 2003, James River has provided thousands of commercial property and casualty customers with innovative and creative solutions for particular insurance needs.
At James River Insurance, we are committed to providing a stable and rewarding work environment supported by our Core Values and Guiding Principles: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Customer Service, Communication, and Teamwork.
We are proud of being recognized the past 5 years as one of The Top Workplaces USA.
James River Group Holdings, Ltd. is a Bermuda-based insurance holding company which owns and operates a group of specialty insurance and reinsurance companies. The Company operates in two specialty property and casualty insurance segments: Excess and Surplus Lines and Specialty Admitted Insurance. The Company tends to focus on accounts associated with small or medium-sized businesses in each of its segments. Each of the Company's regulated insurance subsidiaries are rated "A-" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.
Job Summary
The Internal Auditor will assist with, coordinate and execute all aspects of the internal audit process including but not limited to audit planning, performing audit work and testing as well as Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance work and testing.
Duties and Responsibilities
Continuously exhibit and uphold Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Communication and Teamwork, Innovation and Customer Service
Perform and document SOX compliance planning and testing in accordance with developed test plans
Identify and document SOX exceptions
Identify and analyze SOX exceptions, process inefficiencies and internal control weaknesses to provide meaningful recommendations for improvement
Prepare SOX-related communications to Management and external auditors
Coordinate and execute internal audits in accordance with audit project work programs for financial, operational and IT audits
Prepare audit reports
Maintain all organizational and professional ethical standards
Communicate work product results and project status updates routinely with all members of Internal Audit department
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)
Knowledge of GAAP, insurance industry standards and/or IT systems
Research, analysis and problem-solving skills
Ability to exercise sound judgement in making critical and complex decisions
Ability to build effective relationships with business partners
Self-starter who works well independently and in a team environment
Ability to convey technical process information in a clear and concise manner
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively
Ability to identify and make process and procedure improvement recommendations
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Continuous learning style
Active listening skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to periodically travel both domestically and internationally (Bermuda)
Experience and Education
High School diploma required
Bachelor's degree in related field (Finance, Accounting) preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Minimum of one year of relevant work experience (accounting, audit, finance, information technology, insurance-related field) required
Certifications or progression towards professional certifications (Certified Internal Auditor Certified, Public Accountant) preferred
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