RJR Executive Search · 8 hours ago
VP of Internal Audit - P&C Insurance
Florida, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
12+ years expRJR Executive Search is managing the candidate selection process for a Vice President of Internal Audit for a publicly traded insurance carrier in Florida. The role involves leading the internal audit function, ensuring compliance with governance and regulatory standards, and providing assurance to the Audit Committee and management regarding risk management and internal controls.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Maureen "Maury" Hennessy, SCLA, CSAM
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with enterprise risks, regulatory expectations, and Audit Committee priorities
Lead the internal audit function with independence and objectivity
Establish audit standards, methodologies, and quality assurance practices consistent with established standards
Ensure appropriate audit coverage across financial, operational, regulatory, technology, and cybersecurity risks
Oversee the company’s SOX internal control testing program in coordination with management and external auditors
Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)
Advise management on control improvements and process enhancements
Insurance & Regulatory Audits
Lead audits of underwriting, claims, reinsurance, actuarial, and policy administration processes
Assess compliance with state insurance regulations
Oversee audits of IT general controls, cybersecurity, data privacy, and third-party/vendor risk management
Coordinate with Information Security, ERM, and Compliance teams
Ensure audit coverage of core insurance systems and financial platforms
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing internal audit team
Provide leadership to employees and regularly conduct effective and timely structured Progress & Growth Structured Dialogue sessions
Promote a culture of accountability and excellence
Promote a strong control and ethics culture across the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required
12+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, or risk management
5+ years of people leadership experience
Experience in a publicly traded environment, with deep knowledge of SOX, ICFR, and public company audit requirements
CPA, CIA, CISA or similar professional certification
Strong understanding of insurance operations and regulatory environments
Proven experience working with Boards and Audit Committees
Familiarity with Florida insurance regulations and multistate operations
Proven track record of auditing core insurance systems
Strong financial, analytical, and organizational skills, with expertise in problem-solving, process improvement, change management, and attention to detail
Exceptional communication, presentation, and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus among senior leadership, regulators, and diverse stakeholders to deliver solutions that align with customer and business needs
Ability to lead through influence in a dynamic regulatory and market environment
Expert user of MSO/365 applications such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Preferred
advanced degree
P&C insurance experience
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Bonus
Excellent benefits
Company
RJR Executive Search
RJR Executive Search (formerly Roth Young) has more than 50 years of consistently providing Executive Search success and recruiting excellence in providing the most highly qualified Leadership candidates and high-performance Teams for our clients.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Phil Soroko
Partner/ Vice President
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