Senior FS IT Audit Manager

Grant Thornton (UK); Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton in London is seeking an IT Audit Senior Manager to lead end-to-end IT audit engagements across a portfolio of financial services clients. You will report to directors and partners, shaping how we win work and deliver high-quality audits.

The role requires strong knowledge of ITGCs, application controls and regulatory frameworks, with experience in SOC 1/ISAE 3402 reporting and FCA/PRA contexts. You will build relationships with finance, technology and risk leaders.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CA or international equivalent).
• IT audit or security qualification (CISA, CISM or CRISC).
• Significant IT audit experience in financial services, from Big 4 or mid-tier or internal audit.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end IT audit engagements across banking, insurance, asset management, fintech and payments clients.
• Report directly to directors and partners, informing progress, risks and issues.

Skills

IT audit

Portfolio management

People management

Regulatory knowledge

SOC 1/ISAE 3402

Education

ACA/ACCA/CA

CISA/CISM/CRISC

Tools

Audit analytics

ISAE 3402 reporting

Job description

Alternatively, Grant ThorntonAt Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative.With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career.Job Description:IT Audit Senior Manager, Audit, Financial services, LondonLead IT audit across a portfolio of financial services clientsEvery day our teams help people in businesses and communities do what is right and achieve their goals. Our tailored, responsive approach gives clients the expertise they need to grow and make the right decisions about their future.You’ve led major IT audit engagements and you’re ready to own a portfolio, shape how we win and keep work, and report directly to directors and partners. This is where your technical credibility meets real influence.A look into the roleAs an IT Audit Senior Manager in our Financial services audit team, you will:Oversee end-to-end IT audit engagements across a portfolio of banking, insurance, asset management, fintech and payments clientsReport directly to directors and partners, keeping them informed of progress, risks and issuesPlan, perform and review testing of IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls and information produced by the entity, and make sure the IT audit plan responds to risks of material misstatementProvide assurance that supports financial statement audits and the IT element of regulatory frameworks, including service organisation reporting (SOC 1/ISAE 3402) and client assets (CASS) and safeguarding work monitored by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)Review and sign off deliverables, and escalate complex issues such as ineffective controls or major IT migrations early, with a recommended responseBuild new business relationships with finance, technology and information security leaders, heads of internal audit and audit committeesContribute to proposals, tenders and client conversations, and spot opportunities for our wider technology, risk and advisory teamsManage engagement financials, including scoping, budgeting, resourcing, fee recovery and the impact of scope changesLead and coach multi-location and offshore teams, set high standards, give honest feedback and support wellbeing and progressionBe accountable for quality, including in regulatory inspections by the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) where relevantKnowing you’re right for usThe minimum you’ll need is a professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CA or an international equivalent), or a recognised IT audit or security qualification (CISA, CISM or CRISC) with relevant experience. You’ll also have:Significant IT audit experience in financial services, ideally from a Big 4 or mid-tier firm, or from internal audit or technology risk in a regulated firmExperience of overseeing IT audit engagements end to end and supervising teams across a portfolioExperience of reporting to, and working directly with, directors or partnersStrong knowledge of ITGCs, application controls and ISA (UK) 315, and of linking IT risk to the financial statement auditA track record of high audit quality, shown by strong inspection or internal quality review resultsA good understanding of the UK regulatory environment, including the FCA and the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA)It would be great if you also had some of the following, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box:CASS and safeguarding assurance experienceSOC 1/ISAE 3402 reporting experienceExperience of fintech, payments, crypto or digital assetsAudit analytics and automated testingKnowing we’re right for youOur culture thrives on the contributions of all our people. We never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. We value difference and respect our colleagues, which helps people perform at their best and realise their potential.You’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring. The things that set you apart, we value them, and you’re free to bring your whole self to work.Beyond the jobLife is more than work. We’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles and we’ll always do our best to keep work and life in balance.Your impact here goes beyond your day job. From secondments to fundraising for local charities, you’ll be giving back to society. That drive to do the right thing runs through everything we do, grounded in our values: purposefully driven, actively curious, and candid but kind.We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations.#LI-BJ1