Join to apply for the Senior Premium Auditor role at Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies – Workers Compensation Division . Role Overview Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies, Workers Compensation Division, is looking for a Senior Premium Auditor in the Chicago area to join our team! This seasoned professional will be responsible for completing final premium audits on workers compensation policies of all complexity levels and serve as an essential point of contact for the Company’s largest and most complex accounts. This role requires regular travel to meet with policyholders and brokers, which may involve long‑distance travel utilizing various forms of transportation, including but not limited to car, plane, or train and occasional overnight stays. Essential Responsibilities Conduct final premium audits on workers’ compensation policies, ranging in complexity from small policies with a few classification codes and a few states to large complex policies containing multiple classification codes and multiple states. Performs onsite inspections as assigned or as needed. Review documents submitted via the customer portal. Request and review standard and complex payroll forms. Request and review any additional payroll and tax documents as needed to perform the final audit. Ask detailed questions to verify classification codes and determine final payroll. Identify issues and concerns, address all concerns with external stakeholders, and notify the Premium Audit Supervisor or Premium Audit Manager as needed. Serve as the primary point person for SIU investigations and other unusual requests. Provide detailed summaries of audit results utilizing company software. Provide company‑specific descriptions to justify classification codes and create standard and complex worksheets to verify final audited payroll. Identify discrepancies compared to pre‑audit classification codes and states and provide detailed explanations. Contact internal and external stakeholders regarding unusual items, and forward to management for discussion. Independently resolve complex discrepancies within prescribed authority level. Act as a primary contact for agents and policyholders regarding questions about individual audit results, premium billing, and the company’s customer portal. Provide additional assistance as requested to ensure an excellent customer experience. Conduct self‑directed research on applicable bureau websites and call centers as needed to prepare for standard and complex meetings with policyholders and when performing onsite visits. Submit inquiries to state bureaus for more complex scenarios. Develop contacts within bureaus and use contacts for ongoing research to more effectively classify risks. Serve as a resource for other units for inquiries. Identify research gaps and propose changes to material and updates to protocols. Partner with Underwriting to ensure the correct application of classification codes and review applicable manual rules. Resolve discrepancies and concerns. Process final audit and revised final audit transactions on policies. Provide a comprehensive summary of audit development to justify AP/RP. Prepare to answer complex questions regarding development. Identify and acknowledge dispute submissions. Inquire about disputes, and request additional information to validate disputes. Work with applicable stakeholders (insureds, Underwriting, Marketing, producers) to resolve standard and complex disputes. Provide a complete overview of the dispute resolution process when requested and assist in developing paths to resolution. May be asked to take over and resolve the company’s most complicated audit disputes. Develop a comprehensive understanding of classification codes and premium audit manual rules for all assigned jurisdictions. Develop a standard understanding of classification codes and premium audit manual rules for all other jurisdictions. Use technical expertise to complete final premium audits effectively and efficiently on assigned workers’ compensation policies and resolve inquiries as presented. Answer standard and complex inquiries regarding the premium audit process and finance workflows. Advise Underwriting, Loss Control, Claims and other internal departments on standard and complex premium audit‑related rules and procedures. Work with other teams as directed or as needed to ensure an efficient policy lifecycle. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Statistics, Finance, or Accounting from a four‑year college or university required. Licenses/Certifications: Valid United States driver’s license in good standing required. Certified Insurance Premium Auditor (CIPA) designation preferred. Experience: A minimum of 8 years of relatable premium audit experience is required. Technical/Functional Knowledge: Ability to read and interpret complex information, such as bureau websites, workers’ compensation policies, and premium audit manual rules. Demonstrate expertise and application of classification codes and premium audit practices/regulations for multiple jurisdictions. Articulate highest level of technical expertise to complete final premium audits on complex workers’ compensation policies and resolve all levels of inquiries to optimal completion. Model expert learning and growth in function. Be regularly identified as a technical expert and be consistently utilized to support and drive key projects. Propose processes or strategies to meet the needs of the organization and its policyholders. Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office/365 suite of applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to be proficient in applicable databases, systems, and vendor software programs required. Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and professional business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to moderately complex audit questions from management, internal and external stakeholders. Relationship Building/Conflict Management Problem Solving and Decision-Making Reasoning Ability Results Oriented What We Offer Opportunity for Growth Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Immediate Vesting of Retirement Savings + Company Match Group Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision) Life and AD&D Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Accident and Critical Illness Insurance Flexible Savings Accounts Paid Community Volunteer Day Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Referral Program Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program $88,100 – $117,030 a year Pay scale: This pay scale is an estimate of the salary range the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations consistent with applicable law. The actual salary may be above or below the range. The pay scale applies only to this position and only if it is filled in Chicago, Illinois. The pay scale may be different for other positions or in other locations. About Us With more than 50 years in business, Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies (BHHC) has grown from a regional organization to a national insurance group, offering insurance products from coast to coast. Relationships are the cornerstone of our culture, and we believe in doing the right thing. That means we invest in our business in every way possible to deliver on our mission and demonstrate that people are what powers our success. Our commitment to financial strength and integrity means our customers can rest assured that we will be there when it counts. At BHHC we embrace diversity and foster an environment where our people can be their authentic selves. Our differences make us stronger and better together, which fosters a harmonious workplace—something we truly value. We’ve created an approachable and collaborative atmosphere. Here you’ll find a welcoming workplace where everyone can feel valued, supported, and inspired to do great work. Together, we raise the bar by being curious, remaining customer‑focused, and operating with integrity. Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the US by Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies/Oak River Insurance Company. Position Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level | Employment type: Full‑time | Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance | Industry: Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr