Audit Senior

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education support service provider is seeking an Internal Audit Senior to enhance governance and operational efficiency in the education sector. The role involves delivering internal scrutiny services, collaborating with educational leaders, and supporting professional growth. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants eager to make a difference in schools and trusts.

Benefits

Generous annual leave of 36 days

Hybrid or remote working options

Flexible benefits including healthcare

Qualifications

• Skilled internal audit professional with understanding of risk, compliance, and governance.
• Experience in educational institutions preferred but not essential.
• Confident communicator, proactive, solutions-focused.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding internal scrutiny services to schools and educational institutions.
• Collaborate with leaders to promote best practices in risk management.
• Support ongoing training and professional development.

Skills

Risk Management

Compliance

Governance

Communication

Proactive Problem Solving

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, IIA)

Job description

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SBS are one of the UK's leading suppliers of education support services and budgeting software with a portfolio that includes a suite of Finance, MIS, and ICT offerings. All our services are managed and delivered by a team with extensive experience and an excellent reputation within the education sector.

About the Role:

Are you looking for a role where you can use your internal audit / internal scrutiny experience to make a real impact in the education sector?

Our Audit Team at SBS is expanding, and we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and successful Internal Audit Senior, preferably with experience in the education sector, to deliver outstanding internal scrutiny services to schools and educational institutions.

Why Join Us?

• Make a difference: Play a key role in strengthening governance, operational efficiency, financial integrity, and outcomes for children across the education sector.
• Collaborate with leaders: Work closely with CEOs, CFOs, headteachers, school business managers, audit committees, and trustees to promote best practices in risk management and controls.
• Grow with us: Be part of a dynamic and growing team with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive culture: We foster a positive, inclusive environment where every team member is valued and supported.
• Flexible working: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexibility to support your commitments.
• Professional development: We support ongoing training and funding for relevant qualifications to keep you at the forefront of internal audit and governance.
• Diverse work: Gain experience across areas including finance, governance, cybersecurity, HR, risk management, payroll, estates, emergency planning, pupil attendance, safeguarding, and SEND.

About You:

We are looking for a skilled internal audit professional with a strong understanding of risk, compliance, and governance.

Experience in educational institutions is preferred but not essential.

You should be a confident communicator, proactive, solutions-focused, and eager to grow within a team.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified or newly qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, IIA).

You should be ambitious, proactive in your professional development, and comfortable working in various environments including home, office, and on-site at schools or trusts.

Travel may be required occasionally, often at short notice, and a driving license is essential. The role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Our Benefits:

As an equal opportunities employer, we celebrate diversity and flexibility, and are committed to an inclusive environment. We offer:

• Generous annual leave of 36 days (28+8 bank holidays) plus 1 day for each year of service (up to 5 years)
• Hybrid or remote working options
• Flexible benefits including healthcare and additional leave options
• To apply, please click the APPLY button and send your CV.