Description

Pay Philosophy

The typical starting salary for this position is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, acquired skills, experience, education, and certifications/designations. This position may be eligible for annual merit increases and participation in our bonus program.

What are we looking for?

Join our team as a Risk and Internal Control Analyst. In this position you will be responsible for conducting risk assessments, documenting and monitoring the effectiveness of internal controls to ensure compliance and efficiency within the organization, and identifying areas for process improvement. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate will be located in Columbia, Missouri or with in travel distance.

Who we are and what we do?

Here at Columbia Insurance Group, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Which is why our robust employee benefits and fun, family-like culture is something we pride ourselves on. Our commitment to our mission revolves around building and maintaining enduring relationships with our customers, and the only way to achieve that is by bringing together a team of skilled, passionate, and talented individuals.

Why us?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) and company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, paid maternity/paternity leave, and supplemental sick leave
• Family-like culture
• Year-round wellness initiatives
• Company sponsored events
• Opportunities for professional development with conferences, events, and continued education.

Company History

Our legacy has roots back to 1889 when we first became part of the mutual insurance movement in the Midwest. Today, our extensive heritage resonates nationwide, as we proudly serve customers in 14 states across the country.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct risk assessments and develop recommended risk mitigation plans in partnership with business units to address potential threats to the organization's objectives.
• Facilitate updates to risk registers, tolerances, mitigation strategies and dashboards related to enterprise risk management.
• Document and analyze business processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identify and document internal controls in business processes and analyze for any potential gaps in risk mitigation.
• Facilitate business continuity and disaster recovery planning in partnership with IT.
• Conduct internal control effectiveness and operational efficiency audits
• Collaborate with various departments to implement process improvement initiatives and monitor their progress and impact.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes to ensure the organization's internal control, process improvement, and risk management practices remain current and effective.
• Other special projects and assignments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 2 – 5 years of experience in public accounting - auditing, internal audit or similar risk management role.
• Demonstrated ability to build successful relationships with business partners as a trusted advisor.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously required.
• Experience in previous position that required strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and accuracy.
• Proven experience with high ethical standards and integrity.
• Experience working independently and as part of a team.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting required
• Related certifications/licenses such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or willingness to obtain is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience documenting business processes and internal controls strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred, information technology general controls, IT security controls, business continuity/disaster recovery, and/or enterprise risk management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required, Visio experience preferred.

EOE

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

If you are unable to complete the electronic application for any reason, please contact Mandi Giboney: mgiboney@colinsgrp.com 573-777-4087