Internal Auditor

LGBT Jobs; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Pension matching

Enhanced parental leave

Flexible work / Agile working

Job summary

Menzies is seeking Internal Auditors/Senior Internal Auditors to join our team across Birmingham, Manchester or London offices. You will provide independent assurance and practical advice to help clients strengthen governance, risk management and internal controls while enjoying a flexible, hybrid working environment.

You will engage with a diverse client base in the public sector and not-for-profit spaces, progressing towards professional qualifications such as ACCA or CIA.

Qualifications

• GCSEs and A-Levels, BTEC or an equivalent qualification.
• A degree is desirable but not essential.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA or CIA are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality internal audits – Plan and carry out risk-based internal audit assignments.
• Build strong client relationships – Understand operations, risks and objectives, acting as a trusted adviser.
• Analyse and evaluate controls – Assess processes, identify weaknesses and propose improvements.
• Provide meaningful insights – Present findings and recommendations to enhance governance and risk management.
• Produce high-quality reports – Deliver accurate audit reports and address feedback with practical actions.
• Support compliance and best practice – Review regulatory and governance requirements and suggest improvements.

Skills

Curious

Proactive

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

GCSEs & A-Levels

BTEC or equivalent

ACCA

CIA

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Location: The Cube, Birmingham B1 1NN, UK

Job Type: Full-time

Highlighted points for this job

Internal Auditors/Senior Internal Auditors roles in Manchester, Birmingham, or London offices

Providing independent assurance and advice to public sector and not-for-profit clients

Opportunity to work with diverse clients and collaborate across the firm

Emphasis on work-life balance and flexible working arrangements

Desirable qualifications include a degree and professional qualifications such as ACCA or CIA

Menzies is an equal opportunities employer which means that we recruit, employ, train, pay, and promote regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We are building a first-class team and, to do so, we know that we need a diverse mix of talented people doing their best work.

If you’re ready to make an impact, lead with purpose, and work in a place where your voice truly matters, keep reading!

We have a great opportunity for Internal Auditors / Senior Internal Auditors to join our team in the Manchester / Birmingham / London office.

As an Internal Auditor / Senior Internal Auditor, you'll play a key role in helping our clients build stronger, more resilient organisations. Working with a diverse portfolio of predominantly public sector and not-for-profit clients, you'll provide independent assurance and practical advice to enhance governance, improve risk management and strengthen internal controls, making a real difference to the organisations you support.

Key Responsibilities:

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Deliver high-quality internal audits – Plan and carry out risk-based internal audit assignments, helping clients strengthen their governance, risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Build strong client relationships – Meet with clients to understand their business operations, key risks and objectives, becoming a trusted adviser throughout each engagement.
• Analyse and evaluate controls – Use your analytical skills and technical expertise to assess business processes, identify control weaknesses and recommend practical improvements.
• Provide meaningful insights – Present clear, well-reasoned findings and value-added recommendations that help clients enhance performance, manage risk and meet their strategic objectives.
• Produce high-quality reports – Prepare accurate, insightful audit reports and work collaboratively with managers and clients to address feedback and agree practical actions.
• Support compliance and best practice – Review how organisations are meeting regulatory and governance requirements, highlighting areas for improvement and supporting continuous development.
• Manage stakeholder relationships – Build effective relationships with clients and colleagues, providing regular updates, managing expectations and delivering an outstanding client experience.

Skills/Knowledge/Expertise:

What We’re Looking For: We're looking for someone who's curious, proactive and passionate about helping organisations strengthen their governance, risk management and internal controls. Whether you're already building your career in internal audit or looking to take the next step, you'll enjoy working with clients, solving problems and making a real impact.

Qualifications GCSEs and A-Levels, BTEC or an equivalent qualification. A degree is desirable but not essential. You'll also be working towards, or be keen to study towards, a professional qualification such as ACCA or CIA.

Skills & Knowledge You'll have previous experience within an internal audit environment, ideally gained in an accountancy practice or within the public or not-for-profit sectors, although this isn't essential. You'll be a confident communicator who enjoys building relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels, and you'll be comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel. We're looking for someone who can work independently while also thriving as part of a collaborative team, with a proactive approach and a genuine commitment to delivering high-quality work and exceptional client service.

What You'll Bring You'll bring a positive, approachable attitude and enjoy supporting those around you. You'll be organised, able to manage competing priorities and comfortable taking ownership of your work while looking for ways to improve processes and deliver better outcomes. You'll build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues alike, representing Menzies professionally at all times. If you already have more experience, you'll also enjoy coaching and developing junior team members by sharing your knowledge and supporting their growth.

Experience You'll have at least 12 months' experience working in an internal audit role within an accountancy practice or a public or private sector organisation. You'll have experience carrying out audit testing, preparing accurate working papers and producing clear, high-quality audit reports. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with the ability to communicate confidently with stakeholders at all levels.

Travel This role involves occasional travel to client sites and other Menzies offices as required. You'll also benefit from our hybrid working policy, giving you the flexibility to balance office, client and home working.

Why Join Us?

At Menzies, we know that success starts with our people. That’s why we offer:

• Career Development: From learning opportunities to career coaching, we’ll help you achieve your goals.
• Competitive Benefits: Private medical cover, pension matching, and enhanced parental leave, to name a few.
• Flexibility That Works for You: Agile working is embedded in our culture.
• Perks That Go Beyond: From volunteering days to wellbeing initiatives, we care about your whole self.

To find out more about our benefits please read here

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