The Senior Internal Auditor (SIA) is a senior role within the Internal Audit function, that provides ownership for a portfolio of risk based internal audit reviews supporting the mission to provide the organisation with independent, objective assurance over the effectiveness and efficiency of internal control and risk management.
Client Details
Our client is a leading entity within the Energy & Natural Resources industry. With an employee count exceeding 10,000, they are renowned for their commitment to sustainability, and their operations span across the globe. Based in Warrington, they consistently strive to push boundaries and set new industry standards.
Description
The Senior Internal Auditor Accountabilities include but are not limited to;
*Managing / Leading the delivery of risk based audit reviews through the evaluation and challenge to the quality and implementation of management policies, processes and procedures in order to provide assurance as to the adequacy of internal controls and risk management and strengthen business resilience to ensure achievement of strategic objectives e.g. value for money, avoidance of risk materialising.
*Deliver Internal audit reviews in line with both professional requirements of the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (CIIA), the Code of Ethics and the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards (PSIAS) in order to assess the adequacy of internal controls, identify risks and issues, make recommendations and monitor the implementation of agreed actions in order to strengthen controls.
*Identify commercial and practical solutions to control issues, make recommendations. Present audit reports with identified significant control weaknesses requiring immediate attention to appropriate Sponsors/Directors and track actions to resolve issues/risks raised.
*Provide critical insight to the Head of Internal Audit and the Senior Internal Audit Manager (providing regular management information) on progress in addressing the control weaknesses identified during audit reviews. This includes formal reporting and escalation to the Sponsoring Directors where progress against audit actions is not made. Specifically, holding the business to account for the action progress.
*Provide critical insight to enable the Head of Internal Audit to report on progress to the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee and wider stakeholders e.g. Board, Executive Committee on performance on the implementation of actions arising from audit reviews.
Profile
A successful Senior Internal Auditor should have:
*Relevant Degree - Business Degree / Finance Degree.
*Professional Qualification (Chartered Accountant (ACA) or Chartered Auditor (CIA).
*Demonstrable post qualification audit experience (PQE).
*Advanced skills in governance, risk management and internal control practices, including proficient skills in data analytics
*Strong stakeholder management skills able to influence key internal stakeholders
*Ability to effectively prioritise within an environment of conflicting demands.
*Advanced knowledge of legislative and policy frameworks and working within these; for example, fraud, bribery and corruption i.e. Government Standards etc.
*Results driven and action orientated
*Resilient, tenacious and self-starter
*Professional audit experience in programme and project management is desirable (Management of Portfolios (MOP) / Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) / PRINCE 2) is desirable), along with relevant training and experience in commercial contracting.
** Experience in undertaking forensic audits and investigations
** Prior experience working in a matrix management environment, able to evidence strong collaborative working
Job Offer
*An estimated salary range of £64,211 - £67,000 per annum.
*Generous pension scheme.
*Excellent bonus,
*Hybrid working, 3 days in the office,
*A work culture that promotes teamwork and professional growth.
*Opportunity to make an impact in the Nuclear industry.