Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits, helping approximately 50 million Americans access the care and coverage they need. Through employers, industry partners and government programs, Sun Life U.S. offers a portfolio of benefits and services, including dental, vision, disability, absence management, life, supplemental health, medical stop-loss insurance, and healthcare navigation. We have more than 6,400 employees and associates in our partner dental practices and operate nationwide.
Visit our website to discover how Sun Life is making life brighter for our customers, partners and communities.
Sun Life embraces a hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with the flexibility of virtual work.
At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for our Clients. We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work. Every day, you’ll be empowered and challenged by working with dynamic colleagues to find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America.
The opportunity:
Internal Audit contributes to the long-term competitive advantage of the company through the execution of high quality and efficient audit services which help our clients proactively manage risks in their business.
The candidate is responsible for managing, planning and scheduling complex audit engagements and projects. The role includes significant client interaction in order to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and the efficiency of operations. The role is also responsible for fostering a proactive, high performance team environment.
How you will contribute:
Manage complex audit engagements, ensuring proper coverage and consideration of auditing principles and practices.
Document the business understanding, business objectives, risks, performance metrics, key controls, and testing strategies for each audit engagement assigned.
Conducts audit opening and closing meetings with client.
Monitors the progress of audit projects and provides appropriate leadership in completing the projects according to department objectives.
Identifies opportunities to build, leverage and execute data analytics within audit.
Supervises other audit managers or auditors assigned to projects according to department objectives.
Prepares and/or reviews identified issues to ensure they are clearly understood, documented, and that the process owners/business management provides corrective action.
Prepares internal audit reports of findings and recommendations for delivery to management.
Prepares for and leads meetings with clients for the purpose of audit planning, fieldwork, and presenting audit findings and recommendations; and documents the results of these meetings.
Monitors audit findings to ensure effective and timely resolution.
Contributes to preparation of internal audit management reports.
Actively builds and manages relationships with business partners.
Recommends revisions to audit policies, procedures, and programs.
What you will bring with you:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Internal Audit preferred
Relevant professional designation (CPA, CIA) required
Health Insurance background strongly preferred
Experience in Government Healthcare (Medicare/Medicaid) strongly preferred
Solid technical audit skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and large projects
Proactive, energetic self-starter with the ability to manage and meet deadlines
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate, influence and network effectively
Proven staff management and development skills
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem solving abilities
Ability to devise innovative solutions in a dynamic business environment
Data analytics experience required
Salary Range: $77,800 - $116,700
At our company, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The salary range for this role is competitive nationwide, and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined based on your unique skills, qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. In addition to your base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on your individual performance as well as the overall performance of the business. We are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone is rewarded for their contributions.
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We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong, are supported and empowered to thrive. We are dedicated to building teams with varied experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that benefit our colleagues, clients, and the communities where we operate. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life
At Sun Life, we prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, medical coverage, company paid life and AD&D insurance, disability programs and a partially paid sabbatical program. Plan for your future with our 401(k) employer match, stock purchase options and an employer-funded retirement account. Enjoy a flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth. We’re proud to be recognized in our communities as a top employer. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S., we’ve also been recognized as a "Top 10" employer by the Boston Globe's "Top Places to Work" for two years in a row. Visit our website to learn more about our benefits and recognition within our communities.
We will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email thebrightside@sunlife.com to request an accommodation.
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We do not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Sun Life will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including applicable fair chance ordinances.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Internal Audit
25/07/2025
