Senior Associate, Internal Audit

Davy; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Davy is seeking a qualified Internal Auditor to join our expanding Internal Audit Team at Dawson Street. You will support the IA management to develop and deliver the audit plan and execute a digitally‑driven work programme.

You will lead and participate in multi‑scope risk‑based audits, develop analytics, and report findings with practical recommendations while fostering strong stakeholder relationships. The role is hybrid with three onsite days per week.

Qualifications

• Essential Qualifications: Part or fully qualified CIA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent with internal audit experience.
• Working arrangement: Hybrid opportunity with an expectation that the successful candidate will work 3 days a week onsite at Dawson Street.
• Essential Skills & Experience: Internal audit experience with strong knowledge of IA processes and IIA standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist IA management in developing and delivering the audit plan.
• Meet stakeholder expectations (including Business Unit and Group stakeholders).
• Support IA managers in diverse areas included in the internal audit scope.
• Ongoing development of the IA function in line with best IIA practice.
• Help develop, enhance and deliver the IA strategy and associated workstreams, including enhancement of digital audit, data analytics and visualisation.
• Plan and execute audit work to support multi-scope risk-based audits of operational and financial risk management and control.
• Plan and report on audit assignments in line with deadlines and established IA methodology and procedures.
• Coordinate and deliver quality oral and written audit reports with achievable/practical recommendations that contribute to the business.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and identify/promote control enhancements and good practice throughout Davy.
• Assist business units in identifying risks and providing appropriate control advice for addressing the identified risks.
• Perform issue and action validation in line with IA methodology.
• Lead or participate in ad-hoc projects that arise.
• Foster good working relationships with key stakeholders in the business.
• Organise the audit team’s activities – scheduling and assigning tasks to meet deadlines.

Skills

Internal audit

Data analytics

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Education

CIA / ACA / ACCA or equivalent

Job description

About the role

You will join our small, expanding Internal Audit (IA) Team where you will work on a diverse range of projects and gain exposure to all facets of the Group’s business. The role will include supporting the IA management to develop and deliver the IA strategy and to execute a digitally-driven work programme.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist the IA management in the development and delivery of the audit plan.
• Meet stakeholder expectations (including Business Unit and Group stakeholders).
• Support IA managers in diverse areas included in the internal audit scope.
• Ongoing development of the IA function in line with best IIA practice.
• Help develop, enhance and deliver the IA strategy and associated workstreams, including enhancement of digital audit, data analytics and visualisation.
• Plan and execute audit work to support multi-scope risk-based audits of operational and financial risk management and control. An understanding of liquidity and capital risks would be an advantage.
• Plan and report on audit assignments in line with deadlines and established IA methodology and procedures.
• Coordinate and deliver quality oral and written audit reports with achievable/practical recommendations that contribute to the business.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and identify/promote control enhancements and good practice throughout Davy.
• Assist business units in identifying risks and providing appropriate control advice for addressing the identified risks.
• Perform issue and action validation in line with IA methodology.
• Lead or participate in ad-hoc projects that arise.
• Foster good working relationships with key stakeholders in the business.
• Organise the audit team’s activities – scheduling and assigning tasks to meet deadlines.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Internal Audit processes and IIA standards, with a strong ability to develop and deliver audit plans, conduct risk assessments, and provide actionable recommendations. Proficient in data analytics and digital audit methodologies to enhance audit effectiveness.

Requirements

• Essential Qualifications: Part or fully qualified Certified Internal Auditor, ACA, ACCA or equivalent with internal audit experience or equivalent assurance experience.
• Working arrangement: Hybrid opportunity with an expectation that the successful candidate will work 3 days a week onsite at Davy’s Dawson Street location.
• Essential Skills & Experience: Internal audit experience with strong knowledge of IA processes and IIA standards; relevant experience in business and industry.