AVP, Internal Controls

The AVP, Internal Controls will be responsible for the design, implementation and continuous monitoring of the Company’s internal controls over financial reporting under SOX and the NAIC Model Audit Rule. This position operates in a three lines of defense model, providing control expertise and consultation to key functional areas of the Company. The AVP, Internal Controls will develop a team of control experts and will establish standards of quality and consistency for the internal control function. This position works closely with key executives to conduct management’s assessment of internal control and acts as the primary point of contact with internal and external auditors in conducting control testing.

The AVP, Internal Controls will report to the VP, Chief Audit Executive and direct a team of 6 – 8 staff. This position will operate in a matrix environment and collaborate with various departments across the Company including Financial Reporting, Actuarial, IT/Operations and Investment Accounting.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Identify risks within financial reporting processes and responsible for ensuring appropriate risk-based controls are in place to mitigate those risks
• Develop and enforce consistent standards of practice for risk evaluation, control design and execution
• Provide internal control expertise and consultation to key functional areas and projects. Develop a client service model and team to drive active collaboration with and engagement by functional teams
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with senior management throughout the company.
• Develop strategies and tactics to drive efficiencies and predictability in management’s assessment of internal controls and testing by internal and external auditors
• Support and coordinate with the Risk team in the review and evaluation of operational risks and controls
• Conduct “pre-audit” reviews of key controls to ensure quality, adherence to standards and reduce the risk of control deficiencies

Experience And Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 8-10+ years of progressive audit or internal controls experience, preferably in public accounting or a combination of public accounting and industry experience
• CPA or CIA preferred
• Experience building, leading, motivating and developing teams”.

Work Environments

F&G believes in an employee-centric flexible environment, which is why we offer the ability for in-office, hybrid and remote work arrangements. During the hiring process, you’ll work with your leader to decide what works best for your role.

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About F&G

Since 1959, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company (F&G) has offered annuity and life insurance products to those who are seeking security in retirement and protection during life’s unexpected events.

As an Iowa Top Workplace1 and a proud equal opportunity employer, F&G employees are empowered, collaborative, dynamic and authentic. We believe that by embracing these values, we will continue to build and strengthen the company, while continuing to be a great place to work.

1Des Moines Register Top Workplaces 2018-2021.

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