Vice President and General Auditor

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, ESG initiatives and IDE journey.

Our Finance team is currently seeking a VP and General Auditor. This is a full time, exempt/non-exempt role.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and Audit Committee of The Hanover Group’s (NYSE: THG) Board of Directors, with matrix reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, the Vice President and General Auditor directs the Internal Audit department in developing, planning and executing a comprehensive audit program, the function of which is to operate as an independent appraisal reviewing business processes and evaluating the adequacy of controls and the effectiveness of operating procedures. Leads the team to develop recommendations to improve controls and ensure effective operating procedures. These responsibilities extend to all subsidiary operations and data processing functions.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Design and implement an annual audit plan to assure that:
• The Hanover Insurance Group and subs are in compliance with operational policies and standards of ethical business practices that promote the well-being of the companies.
• Internal controls achieve their intended objectives and adequately safeguard the assets of the companies at a reasonable cost.
• Financial transactions and statements are complete and accurate and comply with Company policy.
• Coordinate independent outside auditor activity and assist, as required, in audits performed by representatives of the Internal Revenue Service, the Securities and Exchange Commission, various state regulatory agencies and other entities authorized to audit any of the Hanover companies.
• Investigate attempts to defraud any of the companies or their respective shareholders.
• Provide written reports of audit findings to the Audit Committee and such levels of Management as may be necessary to effect remedial action.
• Provide consulting services on control design, testing, conversion and recovery procedures on new data processing systems development.

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

• Minimum of 15+ years of prior related business and senior management experience
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:
• Sets overall direction and short, and long-term strategic goals for the audit function
• Has fiscal control and audit compliance responsibility
• Relied on by officers to support key business goals and strategy.
• Ensures highest level of global compliance, quality, and ethics.
• Acts independently, guided by company policies and executive management strategic objectives.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:
It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:
We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
• Click here for the full list of Benefits

EEO statement:
The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.”

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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