Director of Internal Audit

Central Insurance

Internal Audit Director leading Central Insurance’s enterprise audit strategy and third-party delivery model. Advising executives and the Audit Committee on risk, controls, governance, and emerging threats.

Posted 8/6/2026full-timeDublin • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in internal audit strategy development, risk management, and governance, with a strong focus on compliance with professional auditing standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and communicate effectively with senior leadership while driving continuous improvement in audit practices.

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Internal Audit Strategy DevelopmentRisk ManagementAuditing PracticesProject ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Internal AuditRisk EvaluationGovernanceAudit Lifecycle ManagementData AnalysisPerformance ManagementQuality AssuranceAudit DeliverablesRegulatory ComplianceAudit Methodologies

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingNegotiation SkillsLeadershipCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Audit SoftwareData Analytics ToolsProject Management ToolsCompliance Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIACISA

Industry Keywords

P&C InsuranceE&S InsuranceModel Audit RuleCentral Insurance PoliciesAudit Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape and lead Central's internal audit function and strategy
Establish and evolve the enterprise internal audit strategy aligned with organizational priorities and risk landscape
Design and govern a third-party audit delivery model
Provide strategic oversight of external audit partners and audit activities
Act as primary liaison to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors
Own performance management and relationship strategy for audit providers
Define audit scope, deliverables, and outcomes and hold the team accountable
Develop and maintain a risk-based audit plan
Oversee the end-to-end audit lifecycle, including planning, execution, reporting, and issue validation
Evaluate audit outputs for actionable insights aligned with enterprise risk priorities
Advise executive leadership on emerging risks, control effectiveness, governance maturity, control design, risk mitigation, and operational effectiveness
Partner with Executive Leadership, Legal, Compliance, IT, and Risk Management
Maintain the internal audit charter, methodologies, and quality standards
Ensure adherence to professional auditing standards and regulatory requirements, including Model Audit Rule
Oversee the quality assurance and improvement program
Coordinate audit activities across external auditors, regulators, and internal stakeholders
Champion data-, automation-, and externally informed audit improvements
Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to promote continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field and 6 years of internal audit and/or public accounting experience, or bachelor's degree in a related field and 8 years of experience, or 10 years of internal audit and/or public accounting experience
P&C or E&S insurance industry experience
Expert knowledge of auditing practices
Ability to evaluate and improve risk management, controls, and governance across the audit lifecycle
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced project management skills, including time and risk management, resource prioritization, and project structuring
Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively at senior organizational levels
Ability to lead company-wide initiatives across multiple teams and organizations
Advanced business acumen and technical knowledge
Extensive knowledge of applications and technologies
Good understanding of Central Insurance policies and processes
Preferred certifications: CPA, CIA, or CISA
Preferred extensive audit experience, internal audit strategy development experience, and understanding of internal audit best practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive total rewards package supporting financial, health, career, and retirement objectives
Extensive health and wellness benefits
Flexible work arrangements
Work-life balance support
Long-term financial security support