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Head of Internal Audit

Recruiter
Michael Page
Location
West Midlands
Salary
£65,000 - £90,000 + car allowance + bonus & benefits
Closing date
15 Dec 2022
Reference
JN -062022-5668590

Job Details


There has never been a better time to join my client in an industry that is fast paced, exciting and rewarding. They are already laying strong foundations for growth with recent acquisitions.

Client Details

As a growing company, my client puts its people at the centre of all its plans and as such they are looking to invest heavily in them through development, support, and of course remuneration.

Description

We are looking for a Head of Internal Audit to set up and deliver internal audit assurance activities across the business.

Based in the Midlands office, the role will provide independent and objective assurance, designed to support the Group in achieving its strategic goals, reducing the risk of both financial and reputational damage and improving the Group's operations.

While reporting to the Group CFO, there is also be an informal reporting line into the Chairman of the Audit & Risk Committee. The role is extremely varied and you will be expected to deliver your assigned reviews, identify key risks and assess the design and operating effectiveness of key processes and controls and make pragmatic and relevant recommendations.

You will be responsible for working with the CFO, Head of Legal, and the wider Audit and Risk Committee to define the internal audit review agenda. The scope of reviews could include the group financial statements, assets, procedures, and controls within the Group across its subsidiaries and joint venture companies, but could also include all operational areas including commercial and construction, land acquisitions, Health & Safety and sales.

The scope of the role includes:

  • Reviewing, managing and updating a Risk Register for the Group, to ensure appropriate risks and their impact, are quantified and addressed.
  • Examining the processes and controls that support the output of financial statements and assets.
  • Performing procedural and operational reviews of all departments within corporate locations and regions, on a risk-based / cyclical basis.
  • Providing assurance (and any recommendations) over Group management compliance with all accounting systems, procedures and controls, in line with the Group policy and accounting standards.
  • Providing assurance (and any recommendations) over Group management compliance with governmental, environmental and regulatory legislation and that appropriate training is in place.
  • Identifying and reporting on any suspected fraudulent practises perpetrated by employees, customers or manufacturers.
  • Producing written reports with findings and recommendations in a timely manner to assist the decision making of directors and managers containing findings and recommendations.
  • Ensure all mandatory training is completed.

Whilst the job is based in the West Midlands, you will need to travel to regional offices and developments in accordance with the delivery of the internal audit and risk plan and therefore you will need a full driving licence.

Profile

  • Strong integrity, a passion for Audit, with a good working knowledge of the IIA standards and at least 5 years proven experience in delivering operational and compliance audits within deadlines.
  • Flexible on sector background and will consider candidates from practice and industry.
  • Ideally you should be qualified in professional auditing or accounting qualification (i.e. CMIIA, CIA, QIAL, PIIA, ACA, ACCA).
  • Organised, with strong interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills, you will have an analytical, problem solving mindset, be detail orientated but able to grasp the bigger picture.
  • Results focused, you must have the ability to work independently to tight deadlines and use your own initiative.


Job Offer

Up to £90k basic + £6k car allowance + bonus up to 20% + attractive benefits.

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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