Senior Risk Advisory Manager – Insurance

CBH

Senior Manager (Insurance) leading complex client engagements at Cherry Bekaert. Overseeing risk management and compliance for insurance organizations in a remote role.

Posted 7/26/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $119,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in risk advisory and internal audit within the insurance sector, with a strong focus on governance, compliance, and operational effectiveness. Proven ability to lead client engagements, manage project teams, and communicate effectively with executive stakeholders.

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Risk AdvisoryInternal AuditGovernanceComplianceLife & Health Operations

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Hard Skills

Risk ManagementInternal ControlsOperational ImprovementSOX ComplianceClient Engagement ManagementProject ManagementRegulatory RequirementsConsultingAdvisory ServicesBudget Management

Soft Skills

Executive-Level CommunicationCoachingMentoringCollaborationTeam Development

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIACRMA

Industry Keywords

InsuranceLife & HealthProperty & CasualtyReinsuranceRisk ManagementComplianceGovernanceInternal AuditAdvisory ServicesOperational Effectiveness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead insurance-focused client engagements across risk, compliance, internal audit, governance, internal controls, and advisory services, with accountability for quality, scope, budget, staffing, and deliverables
Serve as the primary engagement leader for Life & Health, Property & Casualty and/or Reinsurance client relationships, building strong connections with executives and business leaders
Provide practical guidance on insurance industry risks, regulatory developments, governance, risk management, operational effectiveness, and internal control design and operation
Lead cross-functional project teams across multiple concurrent engagements, helping teams deliver timely, high-quality work aligned to client expectations
Review findings, recommendations, and deliverables to support clear, actionable insights for clients and Firm leadership
Identify client needs and service opportunities, contribute to proposals, and support growth of the Risk Advisory practice
Coach, mentor, and develop team members while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Relevant professional credential, i.e. CPA, CIA or CRMA
7+ years of experience providing risk advisory, internal audit, consulting, or related client engagements within public accounting, insurance, or advisory services
Strong knowledge of Life & Health, Property & Casualty and/or Reinsurance operations, products, regulatory requirements, and industry risks
Experience leading internal audit, risk management, SOX, governance, compliance, internal controls, and operational improvement initiatives
Proven ability to manage complex engagements, competing priorities, client relationships, project teams, budgets, and deliverables
Executive-level communication skills with the ability to present findings, recommendations, and solutions to senior stakeholders, boards, and C-suite audiences.

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive compensation
annual bonus
medical, dental, and vision care
disability and life insurance
generous Paid Time Off
retirement plans
Paid Care Leave
opportunities dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life