SThree Management Services
Head of Internal Audit (12-14 month contract)
Job Location
Farringdon, United Kingdom
Job Description
Please note this role is contracted for roughly 12-14 months, based in our brand-new London Office**
SThree are pleased to announce we're recruiting for a talented Head of Internal Audit to join our dynamic team on a fixed term basis.
The role is to cover the Head of Internal Audit to ensure the internal audit department provides effective reporting to the Group Audit & Risk Committee and independent assurance that risks are adequately identified, internal controls are suitably designed for the related business risks, and that these are operating as intended.
About us
SThree is the global STEM-specialist talent partner that connects sought-after specialists in life sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics with innovative organisations across the world. We are the number one destination for talent in the best STEM markets: Recruiting highly skilled professionals and discovering life-changing jobs for the unsung heroes who will positively shape our future. Elevating expertise and energising progress for everyone.
Operating through a global house of specialist recruitment brands we know how to achieve the goals of STEM professionals seeking both permanent and contract work and understand the organisations who need them. The world is changing. And the people who change the world work with us.
What are the day-to-day tasks?
Develop the annual risk-based internal audit plan
Direct the planning and performance of the audits to meet the annual plan producing quality deliverables while ensuring audits are completed timely and within budget
Final sign off of engagement program (including scope) and audit reports
Assure compliance with International IIA standards and internal ways of working
Monitor agreed actions and ensure recommendations are implemented on time
Implement and review progress against the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program
Stay up to date with regulations, IIA standards, emerging risks and internal changes
Conduct fraud-related and other special investigations as they arise
Develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including Executive Committee (ExCo), Audit & Risk Committee, Head of Functions and External Auditors whilst maintaining independence
Prepare quarterly reports and present at the Audit & Risk Committee
Prepare reports and present at the Risk Committee
Prepare monthly audit point progress reports for ExCo
Management and development of Internal Audit Manager including 1:1 and performance reviews
Development of wider team together with Internal Audit ManagerWhat else are we looking for?
Experience
Minimum five years Head of Audit experience in the private sector ideally for a multinational listed company
Experience reporting to Board/Audit & Risk Committee
IT audit or co-sourcing experience desirable
Experience working in less regulated industries desirableSkills & Knowledge
Extensive knowledge of internal audit, risk and control frameworks
Extensive knowledge of the IIA Standards and best practises
Excellent communication skills and ability to influence while operating with honesty and integrity
Excellent leadership skills including motivating and developing team members
Embracing and adapting to change
Working knowledge of IT systems and standard office products is essential (Microsoft 365 Suite with strong Excel skills, ERP such as SAP/D365). Working knowledge of Business Objects and PowerBI is desirableQualifications
CIA, or Professional audit qualification (CPA, ACCA, CISA)Benefits for our U.K. teams include:
The choice to work flexibly from home and the office, in line with our hybrid working principles
Bonus linked to company and personal performance
Generous 28 days holiday allowance, plus public holidays
Annual leave purchase scheme
Five days paid Caregiver/Dependant leave per annum
Five paid days off per year for volunteering
Private healthcare, discounted dental insurance and health care cash back scheme
Opportunity to participate in the company share scheme
Access to a range of retail discounts and savingWhat we stand for...
We're committed to ensuring for our colleagues, candidates and communities, that all processes are equitable, and everyone is treated with fairness and dignity where everyone belongs, is valued and is connected. If you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments in submitting your application, please let us know, and we'll be happy to help.
What we stand for..
We create community and deliver change that transforms the future for everyone. With this in mind, we're committed to ensuring for our colleagues, candidates and communities, that all processes are equitable and everyone is treated with fairness and dignity where everyone belongs, is valued and is connected.
If you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments in submitting your application, please let us know, and we'll be happy to help
Location: Farringdon, GB
Posted Date: 10/19/2024
SThree are pleased to announce we're recruiting for a talented Head of Internal Audit to join our dynamic team on a fixed term basis.
The role is to cover the Head of Internal Audit to ensure the internal audit department provides effective reporting to the Group Audit & Risk Committee and independent assurance that risks are adequately identified, internal controls are suitably designed for the related business risks, and that these are operating as intended.
About us
SThree is the global STEM-specialist talent partner that connects sought-after specialists in life sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics with innovative organisations across the world. We are the number one destination for talent in the best STEM markets: Recruiting highly skilled professionals and discovering life-changing jobs for the unsung heroes who will positively shape our future. Elevating expertise and energising progress for everyone.
Operating through a global house of specialist recruitment brands we know how to achieve the goals of STEM professionals seeking both permanent and contract work and understand the organisations who need them. The world is changing. And the people who change the world work with us.
What are the day-to-day tasks?
Develop the annual risk-based internal audit plan
Direct the planning and performance of the audits to meet the annual plan producing quality deliverables while ensuring audits are completed timely and within budget
Final sign off of engagement program (including scope) and audit reports
Assure compliance with International IIA standards and internal ways of working
Monitor agreed actions and ensure recommendations are implemented on time
Implement and review progress against the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program
Stay up to date with regulations, IIA standards, emerging risks and internal changes
Conduct fraud-related and other special investigations as they arise
Develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including Executive Committee (ExCo), Audit & Risk Committee, Head of Functions and External Auditors whilst maintaining independence
Prepare quarterly reports and present at the Audit & Risk Committee
Prepare reports and present at the Risk Committee
Prepare monthly audit point progress reports for ExCo
Management and development of Internal Audit Manager including 1:1 and performance reviews
Development of wider team together with Internal Audit ManagerWhat else are we looking for?
Experience
Minimum five years Head of Audit experience in the private sector ideally for a multinational listed company
Experience reporting to Board/Audit & Risk Committee
IT audit or co-sourcing experience desirable
Experience working in less regulated industries desirableSkills & Knowledge
Extensive knowledge of internal audit, risk and control frameworks
Extensive knowledge of the IIA Standards and best practises
Excellent communication skills and ability to influence while operating with honesty and integrity
Excellent leadership skills including motivating and developing team members
Embracing and adapting to change
Working knowledge of IT systems and standard office products is essential (Microsoft 365 Suite with strong Excel skills, ERP such as SAP/D365). Working knowledge of Business Objects and PowerBI is desirableQualifications
CIA, or Professional audit qualification (CPA, ACCA, CISA)Benefits for our U.K. teams include:
The choice to work flexibly from home and the office, in line with our hybrid working principles
Bonus linked to company and personal performance
Generous 28 days holiday allowance, plus public holidays
Annual leave purchase scheme
Five days paid Caregiver/Dependant leave per annum
Five paid days off per year for volunteering
Private healthcare, discounted dental insurance and health care cash back scheme
Opportunity to participate in the company share scheme
Access to a range of retail discounts and savingWhat we stand for...
We're committed to ensuring for our colleagues, candidates and communities, that all processes are equitable, and everyone is treated with fairness and dignity where everyone belongs, is valued and is connected. If you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments in submitting your application, please let us know, and we'll be happy to help.
What we stand for..
We create community and deliver change that transforms the future for everyone. With this in mind, we're committed to ensuring for our colleagues, candidates and communities, that all processes are equitable and everyone is treated with fairness and dignity where everyone belongs, is valued and is connected.
If you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments in submitting your application, please let us know, and we'll be happy to help
Location: Farringdon, GB
Posted Date: 10/19/2024
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