Auditor/Surveyor

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Auditor/Surveyor to join their dynamic team. This permanent, full-time role focuses on conducting audits and surveys to identify security weaknesses and assess new business proposals. You will play a vital role in protecting investments and minimizing bad debts while maintaining excellent client service across a diverse SME portfolio. With a strong emphasis on risk management and communication, this position offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and private medical insurance, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to grow in the finance sector.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in Invoice Finance or Asset Based Lending.
• Ability to conduct audits and surveys effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits to identify security weaknesses and assess new business proposals.
• Provide recommendations to ensure secure facilities.

Skills

Risk Management

Team Communication

Commercial Awareness

Job description

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Are you experienced in Invoice Finance or Asset Based Lending with a bias towards audit & survey or credit risk? Skipton Business Finance is hiring for an Auditor / Surveyor to join our friendly team in an audit and investigative role, helping us identify actual and potential weaknesses in security.

Who We Are

Skipton Business Finance, part of the Skipton Group, has been supporting UK SMEs for over 20 years by providing working capital solutions to support their growth ambitions.

With a history rooted in reliability and innovation, we offer a diverse range of financial products, including invoice finance. Our focus on understanding each client's needs allows us to deliver personalized, responsive services and build long-term partnerships based on trust.

At Skipton Business Finance, we aim to be more than just a financial provider; we strive to be a strategic partner guiding businesses toward sustainable growth. Join us as we navigate the evolving landscape of business finance.

What Will You Be Doing as an Auditor/Surveyor

You will conduct audits and surveys to identify security weaknesses and assess new business proposals, providing recommendations to ensure secure facilities. Your role involves protecting SBF’s investments, minimizing bad debts, and streamlining onboarding processes.

Working in a client-facing environment, you will play a key role in maintaining excellent service across our SME portfolio, which includes invoice discounting, factoring, chocs, and LedgerLite facilities. The typical client has around £350k funds out, with facilities up to £10 million.

Primary Duties

• Conduct audits on all facility types to identify potential fraud or security issues.
• Maintain appropriate audit frequencies.
• Liaise with Relationship Managers and Directors regarding identified issues.
• Survey new business proposals.
• Provide security and risk recommendations to protect SBF’s interests.

What Do We Need From You?

We welcome applicants with diverse experience; training will be provided. Key qualities include:

• Effective risk management skills to report client issues and security concerns, adopting solutions-based strategies to minimize bad debts.
• Commercial and risk awareness aligned with SBF’s credit policy and risk appetite.
• Strong team communication skills and the ability to motivate others.
• Proactive in developing your skills and knowledge.
• Proactive risk management to support sustainable growth and profitability.
• Participation in company initiatives to protect income and maximize fees.
• Professionalism to ensure high client satisfaction and long-term relationships.

What’s In It For You

This is a permanent, full-time role (35 hours/week), based in the North of England, with easy access to Leeds and Manchester offices and clients. Benefits include a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and other perks available through our platform.