Internal Auditor

About the Role

Our client, a well-established professional services organisation, is looking to recruit an experienced Internal Auditor to join their team. The successful candidate will be involved in delivering risk-based internal audit assignments across a diverse portfolio of clients and industries. The role will provide exposure to different business environments while focusing on governance, risk management, internal controls and operational effectiveness.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out internal audit assignments in line with agreed audit plans, objectives and scope.
• Develop risk-based audit programmes and perform testing to assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Evaluate governance structures, risk management processes and internal control frameworks.
• Identify control gaps, operational weaknesses and emerging risks, providing practical recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive internal audit reports outlining findings, risks and recommended actions.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients throughout the audit process.
• Conduct follow-up reviews to monitor the implementation and effectiveness of agreed corrective actions.
• Perform risk assessments to identify key business risks and evaluate the controls in place to mitigate them.
• Utilise digital and AI-enabled audit tools to improve audit efficiency, analysis and the quality of insights provided.
• Contribute to the preparation of annual risk-based internal audit plans.
• Assist with reports and presentations for Audit Committees and Boards of Directors.
• Support the ongoing development and improvement of internal audit methodologies, processes and tools.
• Promote strong governance, risk management and internal control practices across client organisations.
• Work across a varied portfolio of organisations and industries, gaining exposure to different operational and regulatory environments.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or another relevant discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in internal audit or a similar assurance-related role.
• Professional qualifications or certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, ACCA, or equivalent, would be considered an advantage but are not essential.
• Good knowledge of risk-based auditing, internal control frameworks, corporate governance and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to identify risks, assess controls and develop practical recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence in presenting audit findings and engaging with stakeholders at different levels of an organisation.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Proactive, adaptable and able to work effectively both independently and within a team.
• High level of integrity, professionalism and ethical standards.