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Internal Audit Manager

  • Location: London
  • Salary: Up to £65,000 Plus Benefits per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 16 days ago

  • Sector: Finance & Audit
  • Contact: Tom McIvor
  • Contact Email: tmcivor@merje.com
  • Contact Phone: 0203 637 1600
  • Expiry Date: 06 May 2024
  • Job Ref: TM/11587

Our client, a leading FTSE 100 company in the tech industry, is seeking an ambitious Internal Audit Manager to join their team. As well as leading on internal audit work, you will also play a vital role in enhancing the internal control environment and supporting risk discussions. Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, you'll have the opportunity to work autonomously, lead audit activities, and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop strong relationships with senior stakeholders throughout the organisation, gaining insight into primary risks and their mitigating strategies.

  • Operate independently and in collaboration with the Head of Internal Audit to carry out planned audits. This involves defining audit scopes, managing fieldwork delivery within agreed timeframes, and aligning findings with Department Heads.

  • Collaborate closely with business units to shape the Internal Control Framework in line with the 2024 UK Corporate Governance Code.

  • Assist third-party Internal Auditors in preparing audit scopes, conducting fieldwork, and concurring on audit recommendations.

  • Supervise and oversee the execution of all recommendations, ensuring the collection of sufficient and appropriate evidence for timely closure.

  • Contribute insights to reports for the Group Leadership Team, Risk Committee, and Audit Committee as necessary.

  • Lead and conduct risk-based ad-hoc investigations as required.

  • Coordinate and conduct inquiries into whistle-blowing cases and policy breaches.

  • Assist in advancing initiatives related to Corporate Risk Management, the 2024 UK Corporate Governance Code, and Internal Audit.

Qualifications:

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).

  • Strong internal audit experience, ideally within the technology sector or FTSE listed businesses.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders.

  • Comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced environment.

  • Willing to commute to Milton Keynes and London up to three times a week.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified auditor to work in a fast paced, innovative environment, and gain exposure in other key areas, such as: Corporate Risk Management and supporting the business in readiness for the 2024 UK Corporate Governance Code.

If you would be interested in learning more, please apply and we'll be in touch.

Please note, should feedback not be received within 28 days due to the large volume of applications, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful. However, we may be in touch with similar relevant opportunities.

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