Senior Internal Auditor

Kingfisher plc; Eastleigh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingfisher plc is seeking an Internal Auditor to lead risk assessments and a portfolio of audits across financial, technology and e-commerce activities. You will partner with senior teams to agree actions, strengthen controls and improve business performance.

You will use data analytics and audit tools, contribute to evolving audit practices, and build strong stakeholder relationships while delivering high-quality reports for senior management.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or CIA/CMIIA/CPIIA.
• Experience in internal and/or external audit and governance.
• Strong data analysis and ITGC understanding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments across financial, technology and e-commerce activities.
• Deliver risk-based audits and reviews with testing of controls.
• Use data analytics and audit tools to identify weaknesses.
• Partner with senior management to resolve issues and mitigate risks.
• Produce high-quality audit reports for senior management and Board-level stakeholders.
• Build relationships and contribute to continuous improvement of Internal Audit.

Skills

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Audit mindset

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

CIA/CMIIA/CPIIA

Tools

Audit tools

Job description

We’re Kingfisher, A team made up of over 7 0 ,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher - and all our other brands: B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama and Koctas to lif e . Guided by our purpose Better Homes. Better Lives. For Everyone. We believe a better world starts with better homes, and we work every day to make that a reality . Join us and help shape the future of home improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Kingfisher's Internal Audit team and make a real difference across an international retail business. As an Internal Auditor, you'll lead a varied portfolio of audits, partnering with teams across the Group to assess risks, strengthen controls, and support business performance. Alongside delivering high-quality audit work, you'll contribute to the continuous evolution of our audit practices through innovation and fresh thinking.

What's the job?

• Conduct risk assessments across financial, technology and e-commerce activities to identify key risks and shape audit coverage.
• Deliver risk-based audits and reviews, including testing financial, technology and e-commerce controls, to provide assurance on control effectiveness.
• Use data analytics, audit tools and industry best practice to identify control weaknesses and assess associated risks.
• Partner with senior management and leadership teams to agree actions, resolve issues and mitigate identified risks.
• Produce high-quality audit reports for senior management and Board-level stakeholders.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships, share best practice and support the continuous improvement and innovation of the Internal Audit function.

What You'll Bring

• Recognized qualification, such as Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or professionally qualified auditor (CIA, CMIIA, CPIIA).
• Confident using and interrogating large data sets and using data analysis tools.
• Demonstrated experience in internal audit, internal controls and/or external audit, with a strong understanding of governance, risk management, internal control and ITGC frameworks.
• Strong understanding of financial and/or technology controls and e-commerce retail operating processes.
• Good understanding of technology, including e-commerce and digital technologies.
• Strong analytical and report writing skills

How We Work

We believe in flexibility and balance. Our hybrid model blends home working for focus with time spent connecting and collaborating - whether in our offices or at offsite locations. On average, around 60% of your time will involve in-person collaboration .

What We Offer

An inclusive environment where your potential is limited only by your imagination. We encourage new ideas , support experimentation, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can be their best self. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at Kingfisher here . We also offer a competitive benefits package and plenty of opportunities to stretch and grow your career. Scroll down below to find out more about our benefits.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our customers come from all walks of life - and so do we. We’re committed to ensuring all colleagues, future colleagues, and applicants are treated equally, regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, ethnicity, culture, religion, belief, political opinion, disability, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.