Senior IT Audit Associate
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Job Location:
Richmond, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Are you an experienced IT professional with a passion for risk management and process improvement Join our dynamic team in Richmond VA as a Senior IT Audit Associate where youll play a key role in evaluating and enhancing our internal controls ensuring compliance and driving operational excellence in the fast-paced world of Excess & Surplus (E&S) Insurance.
Kinsale Insurance is looking for an individual to play a critical role in the Internal Audit (IA) function. The Senior IT Audit Associate will be responsible for assisting in planning executing and reporting on audit activities including assessing risks and evaluating internal control over financial reporting (ICFR). The role will be focused on assessing managements compliance with controls related to the completeness and accuracy of financial reporting data access to systems and data program changes information security and other audit activities addressing risks within the organization.
This individual will work closely with the Assistant Vice President of Internal Audit to evaluate and optimize existing controls and processes identify and assist in responding to potential gaps in existing controls and processes and assist in proactively addressing new and emerging risks in a dynamic IT systems environment. To provide comprehensive support for the IA function and the individual will also assist with business process risk assessments and SOX control testing contributing to effective risk management and process improvement beyond traditional IT audit responsibilities.
The IA function at Kinsale is a valued business partner that emphasizes adding value to the Companys operations while maintaining objectivity to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management control and business processes including the Companys core systems in a cost-effective manner.
Responsibilities
- Independently plan and execute procedures and evaluate findings related to the design and operating effectiveness of IT-related and business process ICFR
- Provide day-to-day project management for assigned areas meet established deadlines and produce concise accurate complete and well-organized workpapers
- Assist with the development and maintenance of process flow diagrams audit programs and control matrices
- Provide management with real-time consultative support for IT-related projects
- Maintain a collaborative attitude to develop positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Liaise with external auditors as necessary including performing substantive and control testing reliance activities
Qualifications
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or similar designation preferred
- External audit experience in a Big 4 accounting firm preferred
- Experience working with PCAOB auditing standards and SOX as well as IT frameworks and standards such as COBIT ISO 27001 NIST CSF and ITIL preferred
Superior organization project management and time management skills - Leadership qualities including the ability to motivate and persuade key stakeholders with an ability to zoom out to provide strategic and thoughtful guidance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
At Kinsale we offer the following great benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities
- Single and Family Health Dental and Vision Insurance plans with HSA funds contributed ($3600 for employee benefits and $7000 for family benefits)
- Short-Term and Long-Term disability
- Life Insurance
- 401K with company match up to 6%
- Generous Paid Time Off (22 days) and 10 Holidays
- $3K in Education dollars for training and certifications every year
- Promotion from within the company with clear goals and developed career paths
Kinsale values strong financial responsibility. A credit check will be conducted as a part of the selection process for roles that require sound judgement trustworthiness or access to sensitive information.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Auditing
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Computer Skills
- GAAP
- Accounting
- Analysis Skills
- Research Experience
- Securities Law
- Training & Development
- Mentoring
- GAAS
About Company
We target small-to-midsized accounts and have the flexibility to offer terms for businesses with poor loss histories, high-risk venues, and new or high-hazard operations.
