Internal Audit Senior (Non Financial Services) - Hybrid

ACCA Careers; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing supports

Pension and savings options

Training and coaching

Enhanced leave options

Job summary

Deloitte Belfast invites applications for a Senior Internal Audit role within the Internal Audit and Controls Assurance team. You will manage end-to-end engagements across non-Financial Services and expanding sectors, delivering assurance and strengthening client controls.

You will lead, coach and develop teams, liaise with senior management, and contribute to business development while working in a flexible hybrid model from our Belfast office.

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in Internal Audit, SOX or Controls.
• ACCA, ACCA, CIIA or other accounting qualification or equivalent.
• Strong business acumen to advise clients effectively.
• Experience leading audits.
• Experience presenting to Senior Management with strong report writing.
• Knowledge of Internal Audit methodologies, SOX, and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of internal audit, controls advisory, and assurance engagements from planning through to reporting.
• Support clients in developing or enhancing Internal Control and SOX programmes.
• Assist in expanding Deloitte's offering within Technology and Corporate sectors.
• Prepare and review planning documents and client reporting deliverables.
• Present engagement results to client Senior Management, Audit Committees, and Boards.
• Mentor and develop team through coaching and leadership on engagements.
• Engage in business and practice development activities, including tender responses and new opportunities.

Skills

Audit leadership

Stakeholder communication

Reporting skills

Business advisory

SOX knowledge

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIIA or equivalent

Job description

Deloitte is the world's number one professional services firm and making an impact is more than what we do. It is why we are here. We bring challenge, curiosity and edge to every project, driving positive progress for our clients, our people, our communities and the planet. This purpose inspires us to work to the highest standards and to tackle the challenges that matter. Number one never stops challenging.

Audit and Assurance is one of Deloitte Ireland's largest service lines and a core engine of our business. As the world's number one professional services firm, we bring challenge, curiosity and edge to the financial reporting ecosystem. We deliver insight, confidence and value for leading local and international clients.

Our teams combine advanced technology with deep professional expertise to evolve our audit and assurance processes. You will work with talented colleagues across our global network to make an impact that matters every day. Number one never stops challenging and neither do we.

What is Deloitte's purpose and which team will I be joining?

Deloitte's purpose is to make an impact that matters by delivering trusted, innovative solutions to complex business challenges. You will join our Internal Audit and Controls Assurance team, working across non-Financial Services and expanding into the Technology and Corporate sectors, helping clients strengthen their internal control and SOX programmes.

This role is key to managing and delivering end-to-end internal audit and controls assurance engagements that enhance clients' control environments and compliance frameworks. You will also contribute to growing Deloitte's offering in new sectors, making a significant impact on both client success and Deloitte's market presence.

Why you'll enjoy this opportunity?

You will work with diverse client portfolios, engage with senior stakeholders, and have the opportunity to shape and grow our advisory services. The role offers leadership and mentoring opportunities, and the chance to develop your technical and sector expertise.

What are the main activities and tasks involved?

As a Senior, You Will

• Manage a portfolio of internal audit, controls advisory, and assurance engagements from planning through to reporting
• Support clients in developing or enhancing their Internal Control and SOX compliance programmes
• Assist in expanding Deloitte's offering within the Technology and Corporate sectors.
• Prepare and review high-quality planning documents and reporting deliverables for client issuance
• Present engagement results to client Senior Management, Audit Committees, and Boards, as applicable
• Contributing to the development of your own, and the team's, technical acumen through continuous coaching, mentoring and leading your team on engagements
• Engage in business and practice development activities, including tender responses and identifying new opportunities

What skills and qualifications do I need?

• You will have post qualification experience in Internal Audit, SOX or Controls
• ACA, ACCA, CIIA or other accounting or relevant qualification
• Business acumen and insight to be an effective business advisor to clients
• Experience in leading audits
• Experience presenting to Senior Management teams along with excellent report writing skills
• Knowledge of technical concepts and relevant industry standards e.g. Internal Audit methodologies, Sarbanes Oxley (SOX), etc.

Who will I be reporting to and what is their leadership style?

You will report to a Director who has deep expertise across multiple sectors and are known for a collaborative, supportive leadership style that values open communication, professional development, and innovation. They encourage team empowerment and continuous learning.

Where will I be working and what is the working model?

This role is based in our Belfast office with a flexible hybrid working model that supports a blend of office and remote working. Client site visits may be required depending on project needs. For more information, please visit our Deloitte Works webpage.

Deloitte is an equal opportunities employer and will ensure that any reasonable accommodations are implemented throughout the recruitment and selection process.

What We Offer

Your reward at Deloitte is competitive, purpose driven and designed to support your growth. It is more than salary. We invest in your personal and professional development, empower your work life balance and offer benefits that support you at every stage of life.

• health and wellbeing supports
• pension and savings options
• training and coaching
• enhanced leave options