Chief Audit Officer

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About Everest

Everest is a global leader in risk management rooted in a rich 50 year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk growth progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

Position Summary

The Chief Audit Officer (CAO) will lead the global Internal Audit function for Everest a global leader in the insurance and reinsurance industry. This role oversees all audit activities across Everests global operations with Internal Audit teams based in the United States United Kingdom Mexico and Colombia. As a senior executive the CAO provides independent objective assurance to the Audit Committee Board of Directors and senior management on the adequacy and effectiveness of the companys internal controls risk management and governance processes. This position requires strategic vision strong leadership and deep technical expertise in operational audits financial controls and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance. The CAO reports functionally to the Chair of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and administratively to the Group Chief Financial Officer.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive risk-based Internal Audit plan that aligns with Everests strategic objectives and risk profile.

• Lead mentor and develop a high-performing global team of internal auditors located in the USA UK Mexico and Colombia.

• Direct the annual SOX compliance program including the evaluation of managements internal controls over financial reporting.

• Oversee the execution of operational financial compliance and IT audits ensuring that findings and recommendations are pragmatic and add value to the business.

• Deliver clear and insightful reporting to the Audit Committee CFO and other key stakeholders on audit results risk trends and the effectiveness of the control environment.

• Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership to continuously strengthen governance risk management and internal control frameworks across the organization.

• Uphold the highest professional standards by ensuring the Internal Audit function adheres to the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards and other relevant guidance.

• Foster and manage key relationships with external auditors regulators and other assurance providers.

• Champion a culture of accountability ethical conduct and continuous improvement across the global Internal Audit team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field; a Masters degree is preferred.

• Professional certification such as CPA CIA or an equivalent is required.

• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in Internal or External Audit with at least 5 years in a significant audit leadership role within a large complex multinational organization.

• Extensive experience in the insurance and/or reinsurance industry is required.

• Demonstrated expertise in SOX compliance risk-based auditing and internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO).

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP SEC reporting requirements and global risk management practices.

• Significant experience presenting to and advising Audit Committees and senior executives in a publicly traded company environment.

• Proven success in leading and developing geographically dispersed high-performance teams.

• Exceptional communication presentation and stakeholder management skills.

Personal Attributes

• Unquestionable integrity and the highest ethical standards.

• A strategic and commercially-minded leader with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Exceptional influencing skills with the ability to build consensus and drive change across all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated agility and a results-driven mindset capable of thriving in a dynamic global business environment.

The base salary range for this position is $250000 - $350000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education experience qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage an employee wellness program life and disability insurance 401k match retirement savings plan paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

What if I dont meet every requirement At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every element in the job description we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture

At Everest our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive fuel global economies and create sustainable value for our colleagues shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Clickhereto learn more about our culture.

• Our Valuesare the guiding principles that inform our decisions actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Colleague Behaviorsdefine how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues and the global communities we serve.

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