Group Internal Audit Manager

Howdens Joinery; Raunds; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus scheme

Pension scheme (12% company contrib.)

Private medical health insurance

Annual car allowance

Life assurance

Staff discount

Rewards and recognition events

Job summary

Howdens Joinery is seeking a Group Internal Audit Manager to lead the Internal Audit Plan across Finance, Operations and IT within a FTSE 100 environment. You will plan, scope, execute and report on audits, engaging with Leadership and the Executive Board to drive improvements in the control framework.

You will manage audit projects, influence senior leaders, and contribute to ongoing enhancements in audit processes while enjoying exposure to senior stakeholders and a dynamic, fast-paced

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in internal audit across Finance, Operations, and IT.
• Professionally qualified (IIA Diploma/CIA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or nearing completion.
• Experience in project assurance and risk management, with ability to provide robust assurance over projects and emerging business risks, including Fraud and ESG-related matters.
• In-depth knowledge of internal audit practices, principles, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning through reporting.
• Plan, scope, execute, and report on audit projects across Finance, Operations and IT.
• Coordinate audit teams and manage daily operations of audit reviews.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal controls and audit processes.

Skills

Internal audit

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Influencing senior leaders

Line management

Data analytics

Education

IIA Diploma/CIA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA

Near completion of professional qualification

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Join Howdens as a Group Internal Audit Manager and build your career within an industry-leading FTSE 100 organisation.

Working as part of our Group Risk and Assurance team, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your internal audit career. This role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders across the business and an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience by leading audit assignments from planning through to reporting. It's an ideal opportunity for someone looking to move into a more senior Audit role or transition from practice into a large, complex organisation.

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity, with the flexibility to be based at our offices in Raunds, Northampton, Howden or Watford.

What will I be doing as a Group Internal Audit Manager?

Reporting to the Group Senior Internal Audit Manager, you will play a key role in delivering the Internal Audit Plan by engaging with the Leadership team to plan, scope, execute, and report on audit assignments, driving improvements in our control framework. This dynamic role involves leading audit projects across Finance, Operations, and IT, offering new insights and fostering positive change throughout the Group.

You’ll independently plan and execute audits and handle multiple concurrent activities. Additionally, you’ll support ongoing enhancements in audit processes, contributing to the continuous improvement of our internal controls.

What do I need to qualify for this Group Internal Audit Manager role?

• Extensive experience in internal audit across Finance, Operations, and IT assignments within a large organisation or accounting firms.
• Professionally qualified (IIA Diploma/CIA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or nearing completion.
• Experience in project assurance and risk management, with the ability to provide robust assurance over projects and emerging business risks, including Fraud and ESG-related matters.
• In-depth knowledge of internal audit practices, principles, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to influence senior leaders in the business including the Executive Board.
• Experience in coordinating audit teams and managing daily operations of audit reviews.
• Expertise in the annual audit planning process, providing insights into key risks.
• Strong literacy and report writing skills.
• Able to demonstrate line management capability.
• Proficient in data analytics development and reporting.
• Ability to simplify complex technical issues for broader understanding and influence.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to independently plan and manage workloads.
• Acts with integrity with a commitment to confidentiality, tact, and ethical conduct.

What we can offer you as a Group Internal Audit Manager

• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme
• Award winning pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
• Private medical health insurance
• Annual car allowance
• Life assurance
• Staff discount
• Exceptional Reward and Recognition events

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.