Internal Audit Manager
Ref: CC 46162
An international London based Trading company is currently recruiting an Internal Audit Manager.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing the fulfilment of the annual audit plan through the audit of specified companies/business organisations internally, ensuring audits are properly conducted and results are reported to management.
The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills, proficiency in audit management software, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
TYPE: Full-time, permanent
WORKING HOURS: 9:00-17:00 from Monday to Friday (*) Flex time available
SALARY: up to £94k depending on experience
LOCATION: London
Internal Audit Manager Main Responsibilities:
*Manage independent testing of Company Level Controls and Process Level Controls to maintain financial reporting standards as required by J-SOX law
*Support the DGM to develop annual audit plans using input from senior management and stakeholders
*Schedule and assign audits to team members, ensuring effective and efficient use of resources
*Oversee and provide quality control for the department’s audits
*Ensure completion of audit assignments to support the DGM in providing independent, objective assurance to the CEO
*Visit various locations throughout the Europe region as part of the audit plan
*Assist in the preparation and review of J-SOX company and Process Level Controls
*Prepare draft internal reporting documentation with recommendations and oversee follow-ups of implementation of improvements
*Manage and oversee team performance through performance planning, coaching, and appraisals
*Adapt plans and prioritise team tasks to meet short-term service and operational challenges
*Hold team members accountable for managing and developing their assignments
*Provide ongoing feedback to the team for skill and competency development
*Identify and solve technical and operational problems
*Build relationships with leaders across the organisation to identify areas for improvement
*Support internal group members in identifying opportunities to share best practices
*Provide technical guidance to employees and develop new methodologies to improve the audit process
*Keep abreast of developments in corporate governance practices
Internal Audit Manager Ideal Candidate:
*Degree qualified and holding a relevant qualification such as ACA/ACCA, CIA, CPA or IIA or qualified by experience
*In depth knowledge of accounting principles such as GAAP and IRFS, including financial reporting standards
*Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley Act and GDPR
*Excellent analytical, numeracy and organisational skills
*High level of accuracy and attention to detail
*Proficient in using audit management software
*Critical thinking
*Proficient in writing clear and actionable audit reports
*Strong communication skills
*Ability to negotiate
*High level of integrity
*Ability to prioritise and multitask
*Experience in managing a small/medium sized team
*Business level fluency in English
** All applicants for the Internal Audit Manager must have the right to work in the country as the Company is not able to offer visa support.
*We regret that we cannot accept applications from Working holiday visa, Graduate or Student visa holders.
If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs.