Join a Leader in the Insurance Audit Industry
RLD Associates, Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Premium Auditor to join our growing team. This is a full-time remote position responsible for servicing the Columbia, SC territory. As a Premium Auditor, you'll enjoy the flexibility of working from home while conducting a mix of physical field audits and hybrid audits.
Hybrid audits are completed entirely from your home office using phone interviews, email correspondence, and electronic document review, while physical audits involve visiting client locations to review records and business operations in person. This unique blend of remote and field work provides flexibility, variety, and independence in your daily schedule.
What You'll Do
Commercial insurance premiums for workers compensation and general liability are considered variable premium policies as they are based on an estimate of payrolls, sales, and other costs. As a Premium Auditor, you will verify actual exposures at the end of a policy period by reviewing financial records, conducting client interviews, and performing either on-site or remote audits.
Your work will consist of a combination of:
- Physical Audits – Conducted at client business locations where records are reviewed in person and operations are observed firsthand.
- Hybrid Audits – Completed entirely from your home office using phone interviews, virtual meetings, and electronic records provided by the insured.
Key Responsibilities
- Review assigned audit requests, including Workers' Compensation and General Liability policies
- Manage and prioritize a territory-based audit inventory
- Contact insureds to schedule audit appointments and maintain professional communication throughout the audit process
- Conduct on-site and virtual audits of business operations and financial records
- Examine payroll records, tax filings, general ledgers, cash disbursements, and other accounting documents
- Research and apply insurance classification and rating rules in accordance with carrier guidelines and industry standards
- Interview business owners and key personnel to obtain accurate exposure information
- Prepare detailed, professional audit reports utilizing Microsoft Excel and proprietary systems
- Deliver exceptional customer service while representing both RLD Associates and our carrier clients
Territory & Travel
This position is responsible for the Columbia, SC territory.
- Work consists of a combination of physical field audits and hybrid audits
- Hybrid audits are completed entirely from your home office
- Physical audits require travel throughout your assigned territory which may include up to a 60 mile radius surrounding Columbia, SC
- Travel is typically 3–4 days per week, depending on audit assignments and the mix of physical and hybrid audits
- Home-based remote position with significant scheduling flexibility
- Manage your own calendar and appointments to support both your professional responsibilities and personal commitments
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Experience in bookkeeping, payroll processing, accounting, auditing, or commercial insurance
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule
- Self-motivated, dependable, and highly professional
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and other business software
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the assigned territory
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience conducting insurance premium audits
- Experience analyzing payroll and accounting records
- Knowledge of insurance classifications and manual rules
Compensation & Earning Potential
At RLD Associates, Premium Auditors are compensated based on billable audit hours, providing a direct connection between productivity and earnings.
Pay Structure
- $30 to $48 per billable hour (this represents a range of rates dependent on audit type and prior experience)
- Physical and hybrid audits are compensated at different billable rates
- Control your schedule and earnings: With audits outside of your physical territory, you have the flexibility to increase or decrease your workload throughout the year to meet your income goals or maintain your desired work/life balance.
Why Join RLD Associates?
At RLD Associates, our employees are our greatest asset. We invest in your success through comprehensive training, ongoing support, and opportunities for professional growth.
What We Offer
✅ Paid Training Through RLD University
✅ Flexible Schedule and Remote Work Environment
✅ Mentorship and Ongoing Support from an Experienced Management Team
✅ Health Insurance
✅ Dental Insurance
✅ Vision Insurance
✅ Life Insurance
✅ 401(k) Retirement Plan
✅ Paid Time Off
About RLD Associates, Inc.
For more than 30 years, RLD Associates, Inc. has been a trusted provider of premium audit, forensic accounting, and litigation support services to the insurance industry. We serve commercial insurance carriers throughout the United States by delivering accurate, professional, and timely audit services.
Our reputation for excellence is built on the expertise and dedication of our audit professionals. Through industry-leading training, strong operational support, and a collaborative culture, we provide our team members with the tools they need to succeed.
Learn more about RLD Associates at RLD Associates Website.
Pay: $30.00 - $48.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Columbia, SC 29201
