Audit Project Lead

Michael Page; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an experienced Audit Project Lead in Manchester to oversee internal audit projects in the energy sector. The role requires strong analytical skills and leadership to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. Candidates should possess extensive experience in internal audit, risk management, and relevant certifications. The position offers a competitive salary of £60,000 to £70,000 and additional benefits including a bonus and pension contributions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus up to 10%

Non-contributory pension contribution of 10%

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in internal audit, risk management, or consultancy.
• Strong understanding of internal controls frameworks and risk management principles.
• Basic knowledge of IT General Controls (ITGCs) and Data Analytics.
• Proven track of leading audit engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of audits and ad-hoc tasks.
• Coordinate the audit project team and review audit workpapers.
• Build relationships with process owners and provide guidance on risk management.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk management

Analytical abilities

Leadership

Education

CIA, CISA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent

Job description

The Audit Project Lead will oversee and execute internal audit projects within the energy and natural resources sector. This role requires a professional with strong analytical abilities to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.

Client Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Internal Audit professional to lead the end-to-end delivery of audits and ad-hoc tasks. This role is responsible for ensuring that all work is executed efficiently, meets high quality standards, and aligns with the organisation's strategic objectives, internal policies, and regulatory obligations.

Description

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of audits and ad-hoc tasks, ensuring timely execution, high quality, and alignment with strategic objectives, internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate the audit project team, review audit workpapers to ensure clarity and accuracy.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with process owners, gaining insights into operations.
• Offer expert guidance to the business on enhancing risk management, internal controls and processes based on the sound commercial knowledge and best practices.
• Contribute to the development of the annual audit plan through risk assessments, business insights, and alignment with strategic objectives.

Profile

A successful Audit Project Lead should have:

• Extensive experience in internal audit, risk management, or consultancy.
• Strong understanding of internal controls frameworks and risk management principles.
• Basic knowledge of IT General Controls (ITGCs) and Data Analytics.
• Proven track of leading audit engagements.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of £60,000 to £70,000.
• Annual bonus of up to 10% to reward performance.
• Non-contributory pension contribution of 10%.
• Opportunities for career development within the energy and natural resources industry.
• A professional and collaborative work environment in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation in Manchester. If you meet the requirements for the Audit Project Lead role, we encourage you to apply today!