Sr. Premium Auditor

Premium Audit
Remote

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<p><strong>Location: Remote</strong></p> <p><br><br></p> <p>NEXT’s mission is to help entrepreneurs thrive. We’re doing that by building the only technology-led, full-stack provider of small business insurance in the industry, taking on the entire value chain and transforming the customer experience.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Simply put, wherever you find small businesses, you’ll find NEXT.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Since 2016, we’ve helped hundreds of thousands of small business customers across the United States get fast, customized and affordable coverage. We’re backed by industry leaders in insurance and tech, and we still have room to grow — that’s where you come in.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The Senior Premium Auditor is a key partner within the company, specializing in complex Workers' Compensation audits and performing test state audits (CA, FL, OR, AK). This role requires advanced technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to mentor team members while optimizing audit quality and operational processes. Senior Premium Auditors embody NEXT’s value of playing as a team while driving operational excellence.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Execute high-value, multi-state Workers' Compensation audits, including test state audits (CA, FL, OR, AK). This involves applying a deep understanding of diverse state-specific regulations and exhibiting a high level of expertise and autonomy in handling complex and high-stakes situations.</li> <li>Manage and resolve complex or unique audit disputes. This requires a refined skill set in problem-solving, as Senior Premium Auditors are expected to act as subject-matter experts in dispute resolution, dealing with more challenging cases that require a nuanced understanding of policy, law, and client interactions.</li> <li>Oversee the review and reconciliation of audits, particularly in complex jurisdictions like California (WCIRB). This role demands a strategic approach to ensure alignment with state regulations and requires the auditor to exercise considerable discretion in how audits are conducted and reviewed to meet regulatory compliance.</li> <li>Develop training sessions and identify process improvements. This responsibility requires independent judgment in assessing the effectiveness of current audit processes and devising and implementing enhancements that will benefit the audit team and the company at large.</li> <li>Provide support and guidance to Premium Audit team members. This aspect of the job requires discretion in handling interpersonal relations and the ability to impart knowledge in a way that is accessible and empowering to others.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What We Need:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>5+ years in premium auditing, with significant experience in WC and multi-state audits.</li> <li>Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, or Insurance-related field preferred, or commensurate experience.</li> <li>Certification with WCIRB, PAAS TAP, or APA strongly preferred.</li> <li>Advanced knowledge of WC guidelines (NCCI/WCIRB).</li> <li>Advanced knowledge of industry audit systems NEXUS, AUSUM, Insurity, or PATS</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including, without limitation, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. NEXT employees are eligible to participate in our equity incentive program and will also receive our benefits package, consisting of our partially subsidized medical plan, fully subsidized vision/dental options, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k), flexible paid time off, parental leave and more.</span></p></div><div class="title">US annual base salary range for this full-time position:</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$65,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$90,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some underrepresented people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At NEXT, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.</span></em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">One of our core values is 'Play as a Team'; this means making sure everyone has an equal chance to participate and make a difference. We win by playing together. Next Insurance is an equal opportunity employer and prioritizes building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants of any type and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job-related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state, and local laws. Next's policy is to comply with all applicable laws related to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. </span></em></p></div>
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