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Internal Audit Manager - FTSE 100 Retailer

Recruiter
Michael Page
Location
Homeworking
Salary
£50000 - £65000 per annum + bonus, benefits, discounts, on-site gym
Closing date
24 Oct 2021
Reference
JN -082021-2955593

Job Details

End to end delivery of a number of audits that contribute to our client's global audit programme

Client Details

Our client is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index. It has a market capitalisation of approximately £18.1 billion, and are one of the world's leading retailers. Their vision is to become every customer's favourite way to shop, whether they are at home or out on the move. Our client's business was built with a simple mission - to be the champion for customers, helping them to enjoy a better quality of life and an easier way of living. This hasn't changed. Customers want great products at great value which they can buy easily and it's our client's job to deliver this in the right way for them. In the UK, our client serves some 66 shoppers every second, so it's their goal to ensure every one of those customers experiences just a little better service on each visit.

Description

  • A portfolio of audits each year, from detailed planning of the audit purpose/objectives, expected outcomes and activity based resource planning to reporting and following up on agreed actions. This may include performing ad hoc "in-flight" audits and programme assurance engagements of ongoing change initiative projects;
  • Writing Audit Reports and key audit deliverables, providing accurate and timely information to key partners such as the Executive and Audit Committee and Board reporting;
  • Proactively communicating with internal and external partners to inform, advance, seek advise and decisions;
  • Embedding new technology approaches including the use of Automation, Continuous Improvement and Data Analytics to providing greater assurance and insights;
  • Having regular communication with key partners to ensure that audit issues are addressed and identifying further opportunities and efficiencies to support the business;
  • Effective team-working to delivering team objectives, networking and relationship building across the business;
  • Leading change projects and applying design thinking to identify ways to improve the Group Risk and Audit function and contribute to/ help to deliver other improvements projects;
  • Driving own audit training including self-learning about the business and the industry


Profile

 

 

 

  • To be a CIMA, ACA or ACCA qualified Accountant, IIA qualified Auditor or other relevant qualification
  • An eye for business
  • Problem solving skills to identify pragmatic solutions
  • Strong written and verbal communication and the ability to demonstrate credibility with partners at all levels
  • Experience of working in a fast paced environment
  • Proven audit experience
  • Project & Organisational Change experience
  • Knowledge of the retail sector would be beneficial

 


Job Offer

 

  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus 8 Bank holidays)
  • On-site state of the art gym at our Welwyn Campus with discounted "Gympass" membership & free health checks via Nuffield Health
  • Retirement savings plan - save between 4% and 7.5% and our client will match your contribution
  • Life Assurance - 5 x contractual pay
  • Share Schemes - Join our 'Buy As You Earn' & 'Save As You Earn' share schemes after 3 months service
  • Colleague Clubcard (including a 2nd card for a family member) after 3 months service
  • Colleague Discounts

Company

Michael Page specialises in the permanent, temporary and interim recruitment of qualified accountants. In fact, our organisation was founded to provide selection and recruitment services for accounting professionals and has been a market leader in this field for more than 35 years. We have earned the trust of clients in industry and commerce, the banking and financial services markets and the public and not-for-profit sector. We also have an exemplary track record of completing assignments for everyone from small, boutique practices to the Big Four firms. Michael Page has pioneered a unique, consultative approach to recruitment, enabling us to find the best fit between our client’s needs and the candidate’s experience and abilities. With an emphasis on delivering results and establishing long-term relationships, our consultants waive commission in favour of quarterly profit share – that means impartial career advice and an entire team pulling together on your behalf. Many of our consultants have a background in accounting and finance – that’s real, grass roots expertise at your disposal. Combine that with the global reach you get from a company that has over 164 offices in 34 countries and you’re looking at a pretty formidable package. We are confident no other consultancy is better qualified to help you make that crucial, next step in your career. Take this opportunity to browse our accounting, tax and treasury jobs to find out more about our specific expertise: • Industry and commerce • Financial services • Public and not-for-profit • Taxation • Specialist markets • Treasury • Newly qualified ACA Alternatively, if you're looking to hire, please send us a job brief or get in touch to find out how our track record could add value to your recruitment process” Visit the Michael Page website for more information

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