Internal Audit Senior

CPS Group (UK) Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS Group (UK) Limited is recruiting an Internal Audit Senior to manage end-to-end audits across UK and Europe. The role combines planning, execution and reporting, with a focus on controls, governance and risk management.

The ideal candidate will have a professional qualification (ACA/ICAS/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent internal audit credential, plus experience leading audits and strong communication skills. Hybrid work pattern with some travel.

Qualifications

• Experience leading internal audits from planning to reporting.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, governance and risk management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and deliver internal audits UK/Europe-wide.
• Assess controls, governance and risk management effectiveness.
• Lead JSOX and internal controls testing with walkthroughs and flowcharts.
• Review testing done by other auditors and track findings to remediation.
• Prepare clear audit reports and present findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Audit methodologies

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

ACA/ICAS/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent Internal Audit qualification

Tools

AuditBoard

Job description

Internal Audit Senior

Location: London

Salary: 85k + bonus

Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days home

CPS Group are working with a leading international organisation is looking for two Internal Audit Seniors to join its established Internal Audit function.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Internal Auditor, qualified Accountant or Audit professional to take on a senior role providing independent assurance across a range of UK and European businesses.

You will be responsible for planning, managing and delivering internal audits from end to end, assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, governance and risk management frameworks while working closely with stakeholders across the organisation.

As an Internal Audit Senior, you will:

• Plan, manage and execute internal audits across UK and European operations.
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls, governance and risk management frameworks.
• Lead annual JSOX and internal controls testing, including system walkthroughs and process flowcharts.
• Review JSOX and internal controls testing completed by other Internal Auditors.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to track audit and control findings through to remediation.
• Perform remediation testing and provide assurance that agreed actions have been appropriately addressed.
• Conduct routine testing across a broad range of business areas, including underwriting, claims, reinsurance, finance, HR, risk management, Solvency II, governance, compliance and actuarial projects.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive audit documentation and working papers.
• Record and manage audit activity through AuditBoard.
• Prepare clear and accurate audit reports and present findings to relevant stakeholders and management.
• Address review points raised by Internal Audit management in a timely manner.
• Ensure all audit activity is conducted in line with internal audit policies, procedures and professional standards.
• Keep up to date with relevant regulatory, auditing and legal developments.
• Support the wider Internal Audit team with reporting, departmental activities and ad hoc projects.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the wider organisation.
• Travel to UK and European locations as required, expected to be around 10% of the role.

We're looking for an experienced Internal Audit professional who is confident managing audits from initial planning and scoping through to reporting and remediation.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience leading internal audits.
• A professional qualification such as ACA, ICAS, ACCA, CIMA or a recognised Internal Audit qualification.
• A Bachelor's Degree, ideally 2:2 or above.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, governance, risk management and audit methodologies.
• Experience leading audits independently from planning through to completion.
• Excellent analytical skills and a strong attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple audits, projects and priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The confidence to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive, collaborative and team-focused approach.
• A genuine commitment to continued professional development.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within insurance and/or financial services.
• Experience with AuditBoard or similar audit management software.
• Knowledge or experience of JSOX/internal controls testing.
• French, German or Spanish language skills.

Contact: Zach Bennett - CPS Group

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