Internal Auditor

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Internal Auditor join a large Public Sector Body on  a 1 year fixed term contract. The postholder will be performing branch audits and special investigations regarding branch queries. They will also put forward recommendations to mitigate risks identified and will liaise with relevant committees to further develop the internal audit procedure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working closely with branches and regions to promote effectiveness of branch financial management and ensure completeness accuracy and validity of branch accounts
• Undertaking regular and comprehensive audits, financial reviews, assessments and evaluation, testing of internal controls, data processing and analysis of branch transactions
• Providing audit assurance, recommendations and reports as result of audit visits
• Preparing and maintaining a log of audit issues and following up on matters that arise from audit and special investigations
• Review the implementation of relevant company policy
• Understanding and resolving queries and advising on matters relating to branch operations and finances, budgeting and income forecasting
• Maintaining comprehensive and accurate records, files and issues log in relation to branch audits, branch enquiries and special investigations which support internal and external reporting.
• Providing updated and relevant management information as required to branches, regions and committees 
• Review, testing and monitoring of branch activities to ensure compliance with internal and external financial regulations and legal requirements
• Development and delivery of training and support to branches, regions and at national level on finance systems, effective financial management and reporting including interpretation of financial data, budgets and forecast information
• Updating and maintaining policy and process documentation including handbooks, guidance and training materials ensuring they are fit for purpose and communicated effectively.
• Working alongside other teams within the organisation on a variety of branch finance

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Extensive experience of auditing in large, complex organisations
• Internal audit experience
• Experience of financial accounting in a large, complex Organisation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Job Title: Internal Auditor 

Location: Central London
Day Rate: £67,000 - £68,000 per annum + excellent benefits 
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Length: 1 year FTC with chance to move to permanent

Reference: J92722

This vacancy is being actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome