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Ategrity Specialty Insurance Company · 20 hours ago

Director, SOX Compliance & Internal Controls

Ategrity Specialty Insurance Company is a fast-growing specialty property and casualty insurer focused on the excess and surplus (E&S) market. The Director of SOX Compliance & Internal Controls will lead the design and operation of the Company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program, establishing a sustainable framework that meets required standards and aligns with business operations.

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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and oversee the Company’s SOX compliance framework in alignment with COSO and PCAOB expectations
Perform scoping and risk assessments to identify key processes, risks, and controls with a focus on materiality
Lead documentation efforts, including narratives, RCMs, process flows, and testing support
Conduct or coordinate walkthroughs, control design evaluations, and readiness activities
Work directly with process owners across Finance, Underwriting, Claims, IT, and Operations to ensure controls are well-designed, practical, and embedded into daily operations
Serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors and SOX advisors to ensure clear communication and timely deliverables
Coordinate SOX testing activities, leveraging external resources as appropriate while building internal capabilities
Track, validate, and support remediation of control deficiencies
Provide regular SOX program updates to senior management and the Audit Committee
Maintain an organized repository of all SOX documentation and testing support
Monitor regulatory and PCAOB developments relevant to internal controls and financial reporting
Support the continued strengthening of internal controls, documentation, and reporting practices across the organization
Assist in the development and refinement of internal control standards and practices
Promote consistency, clarity, and accountability in the Company’s control activities
Support process owners in aligning control design with operational and reporting requirements

Qualification

SOX complianceInternal controlsInternal auditCPA certificationCISA certificationPCAOB standardsProperty & casualty insuranceBalanced judgmentCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar certification strongly preferred
7+ years of experience in SOX compliance, internal controls, internal audit, or external audit
Property & Casualty insurance industry experience required (E&S experience strongly preferred)
Strong understanding of SOX 404(a) and 404(b) readiness requirements
Experience supporting SOX programs in public or newly public environments
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with senior leaders and control owners
Ability to exercise balanced judgment, focusing on relevant risks and practical solutions

Preferred

CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar certification strongly preferred
Property & Casualty insurance industry experience required (E&S experience strongly preferred)

Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Paid time off and company holidays
Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
Collaborative and inclusive work environment with opportunities for career growth and advancement

Company

Ategrity Specialty Insurance Company

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Combining state-of-the-art technology solutions with a total, customer-centered commitment to service, Ategrity empowers streamlined decision-making with easy, responsive engagement.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$150M
Key Investors
Zimmer Financial Services Group
2025-06-11IPO
2022-09-06Private Equity· $75M
2021-09-15Private Equity· $75M

Leadership Team

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Ben Martin
Deputy CUO, Property
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Chris Schenk
Chief Underwriting Officer
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