Assistant Audit Manager

ivee | The return-to-work platform; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading platform dedicated to helping individuals returning to the workforce seeks an Assistant Audit Manager for a national rail operator. This pivotal role supports internal assurance processes and offers opportunities to engage with senior leadership while enhancing operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have experience in internal audit and compliance in a regulated environment, with strong analytical skills and an emphasis on teamwork. The role provides competitive pay and benefits, including extensive career development support.

Benefits

Structured training and personal development plan

Free rail travel on operator’s network

Discounted rail fares after 1 year

Generous annual leave allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Lifestyle perks and high street discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in internal audit, financial controls or compliance in a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with risk management and corporate governance practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering the internal audit programme across various departments.
• Conduct internal audits, report findings, and recommend improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

Qualification in accounting or auditing (ACA/ACCA/CIA)

Job description

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A national rail operator is looking for an Assistant Audit Manager to support internal assurance processes across financial and operational areas. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across departments, supporting risk mitigation and continuous improvement, with a direct line into senior leadership and the Audit & Risk Committee.

You’ll support the Internal Audit Manager in reviewing financial practices, business processes and compliance, while identifying areas for efficiency, control enhancements, and regulatory adherence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in delivering the internal audit programme across finance, operations, and business processes.
• Conduct internal audits, report findings, and recommend improvements in line with best practice.
• Support senior leadership with timely insights into controls, risks and procedural compliance.
• Contribute to executive-level reporting and presentations for the Audit & Risk Committee.
• Collaborate across teams to promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Maintain awareness of regulatory standards and ensure audit activities align with requirements.

About You:

• Experience in internal audit, financial controls or compliance in a regulated environment.
• Strong analytical skills and a detail-oriented approach to reviewing procedures and documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to influence and build rapport across levels.
• Familiarity with risk management, audit standards and corporate governance practices.
• Team player mindset with ability to work cross-functionally and adapt in a dynamic setting.
• Qualification in accounting or auditing (ACA/ACCA/CIA) preferred but not essential.
• Competitive salary on a 4-weekly payment schedule.
• Structured training, personal development plan, and career advancement support.
• Free rail travel on the operator’s network for you and dependents.
• Discounted rail fares on other networks and international services after 1 year.
• Generous annual leave allowance and family-friendly leave policies.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
• Lifestyle perks, high street discounts, and cycle-to-work scheme.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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