Senior IT Auditor (Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) or Remote)

Where you'll work:
Our flexible, hybrid work model offers the option to work remotely or in the office.

How you'll contribute:
Brighthouse Financial Internal Audit team will be laser focused on addressing risks that could prevent us from achieving our insurgent mission and adding value with sound business advice.

The Senior IT Auditor reports to Brighthouse Financial's Internal Audit Leaders and is a key member of our team. They will provide assurance services focused on the top financial, operational, and product risks facing Brighthouse's strategy, and will be engaged in advisory projects aligned to Brighthouse's strategy.

The Senior IT Auditor is a leader who takes ownership, accountability, and pride in their work and the success of the team. The role will primarily be responsible for conducting audits of Brighthouse's information technology environment, but the auditor must also be willing to learn and audit all areas of the company such as Finance, Product, Operations, and Risk Management. The individual should have an interest in developing their business knowledge as well as using data and analytics to focus on risk. In addition to performing audits, the role will assist with SOX testing.

In this role, you'll get to:

• Implement the Internal Audit department's audit methodology, processes, reporting, and technology
• Work closely with audit managers and team members to develop the scope and approach for assigned audits to ensure we focus on the right risks and hold the business accountable to the appropriate level of risk mitigation
• Utilize experience and auditing skills to cover a broad range of risks, including finance, business, technology, and data
• Operate in a highly dynamic environment, applying critical thinking to identify risks and impacts to processes and controls related to the large-scale transformation activities throughout the organization
• Demonstrate a willingness to improve and increase knowledge by taking on new assignments and responsibilities in multiple areas
• Build relationships with business leaders and work with external audit teams, consultants, and regulators as needed

We're looking for people who have:

• Competent knowledge of financial services / IT operations, procedures, and policies. Strong familiarity with appropriate business processes and transactions
• Strong knowledge of IT general controls, operating system and database platforms, IT governance processes, IT Risk Management's assessment processes, Third Party Risk, and IT application control concepts
• Experience in conducting pre-implementation reviews
• Competent knowledge of generally accepted audit standards, Corporate Internal Audit standards, COBIT principles, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
• Knowledge of process design and controls testing and proper documentation
• Experience in using data to identify risks
• Strong commitment to teamwork and consultative work style
• Strong written and verbal communications skills, including presenting, listening, interviewing, and workpaper documentation
• Strong project management skills
• Bachelor's degree; advanced degree preferred
• 1-3 years of auditing experience; Big Four public accounting experience preferred
• Certified as, or working towards, a CIA, CPA, or CISA designation

Research shows some people may not apply for a role if they don't check all the boxes of a job description. If you don't check every box listed, that's okay. We would love to hear from you.

What you'll receive:

• Compensation – Base salary ranging from $80,000 - $90,000 plus competitive performance-based incentives determined by company and individual results.
• Flexible Work Environment – Work remotely or in the office to better thrive in all areas of life.
• Paid Time Off – Recharge with a minimum of 20 days of paid time off and 16 paid company holidays per calendar year plus paid volunteer time and paid study time.
• Financial Health – Work toward achieving your financial goals through our 401(k) savings plan with company match (up to 6%) and annual company nondiscretionary contribution (3%), 15% employee stock purchase plan discount, and financial counseling services.
• Health and Wellness – Enjoy competitive medical, vision, and dental plans plus tax-free health savings accounts with potential company contributions up to $1,000 per family.
• Family Support – Care for loved ones with up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up dependent care, dependent care flexible spending account, and up to a $25,000 lifetime maximum during your adoption, infertility, or surrogacy journey.
• Life and Disability Support – Gain access to company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability insurance.

The company and your department may occasionally gather in person throughout the year to foster a culture of belonging and promote team building. We'd love for you to join us during those company-wide and department-wide events to help you strengthen connections across the company.

Why join us?
Brighthouse Financial is on a mission to help people achieve financial security. Our company is one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S.,* and we specialize in products designed to help people protect what they've earned and ensure it lasts.

We empower employees to collaborate, bring their passion to work, and make an impact. Our inclusive work environment fosters a culture that celebrates diverse backgrounds and experiences. You can find out more about our company culture by visiting brighthousefinancial.com/about-us/careers/.

We're one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S.,* and our commitment to being a great place to work has earned us recognition from Forbes as one of America's Best Midsize Employers, from Newsweek as one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America, and as one of the Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte.

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  Ranked by 2023 admitted assets. Best's Review®: Top 200 U.S. Life/Health Insurers. AM Best, 2024.

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