Audit Project Manager

AON; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Audit Project Manager

Are you an experienced Audit Project Manager with a background in FCA-regulated environments? Do you have a proven track record of leading audit projects in sectors such as insurance, wealth management, pensions, health solutions, employee benefits, or other related professional services? If so, we want to hear from you!

Aon is looking for a dedicated Audit Project Manager to join our dynamic Internal Audit team in London. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work both from the office and home, with a balanced split of 50%.

Take the next step in your career and apply today to become a part of our innovative team at Aon!

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

This position will see you gaining exposure to the full range of Aon’s business operations, managing and/or participating in audits evaluating the adequacy of controls for Aon business units and/or key business processes, including:

• Demonstrating a full knowledge and understanding of the areas under review, including processes, risks and controls,
• Developing an audit approach and testing strategy for assigned audit projects to ensure all key business risks and controls are evaluated,
• Assisting in determination of audit staffing, including the use of external resources,
• Developing audit planning deliverables to document an understanding of the operation under review, support the audit approach, and determine appropriate testing procedures to address key risks;
• Analysing data associated with the area under review to determine sampling strategies, interpret test results and develop conclusions.
• Coordinating and participating in the completion of audit test procedures, including understanding testing results along with development of creative/innovative/appropriate audit recommendations in line with management's reasonable ability to implement.
• Providing a first level review and approval of workpaper documentation to ensure the retained documentation supports the audit work performed, and communicating audit findings noted from the review to the Senior Audit Manager, Director and/or Senior Director.
• Making, or assisting in making oral and written presentations to management throughout and at the conclusion of the examination by discussing process and control deficiencies, recommending corrective actions and other suggestions for improvements in operations and/or reductions in costs.
• Preparing the initial draft of the audit report timely for the Senior Audit Manager’s review, ensuring audit comments are clear, concise and focused on the root cause of the issue.
• Providing the necessary supervision and development feedback to assigned audit staff.
• Being responsible for and/or participating in ad-hoc projects, investigations and/or any other required activities including Sox 302 & 404 activities.
• As assigned, participating in and/or assisting Internal Audit leadership on department/corporate initiatives and assistance to external auditors during their interim and annual reviews of the company.
• Ability to work independently and with initiative to complete audit assignments.
• As a global resource, participating in audit assignments as required in any location.

How this opportunity is different

Chance to work as part of a global team, gaining exposure to the full range of Aon’s business operations and having the opportunity to engage with a wide range of senior stakeholders.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Knowledge of and experience in Aon operations (e.g. insurance brokerage, reinsurance, retirement, investments etc.) or comparable industry experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels of management within the company.
• A solid knowledge and understanding of internal auditing standards and techniques as well as general accounting methods, principles and practices.
• Strong technical, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills.
• The ability to focus on details and perform all required functions timely and with accuracy.
• Professional Work Experience with a large multi-national, financial services or Big 4 firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or comparable business degree.
• Professional designations/certifications, such as Certified Public Accountant/Chartered Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, etc, are preferred.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email [e-mail]