Internal Audit Manager

Job Description

Internal Audit Manager for leading non-profit organisationCertified Internal Auditor (CIA) with private or public sector experienceClient DetailsAn extremely worthwhile Surrey based non-profit organisation is looking to recruit an Internal Audit Manager on a permanent basis.As the Internal Audit Manager, you will report to the Head of Research and Risk, and administratively, you will report to the Audit and Risk Committee and the Chief Operating Officer.DescriptionYou will be responsible for developing and delivering an audit programme that is aligned to the strategic objectives and the risk universe of the organisation taking into consideration risks as identified by the business, previous internal or external auditfindings, changes to systems, people or processes and any new technologies or emerging security threats. You will attend Audit and Risk Committee meetings, National Council and National Board meetings and other relevant governance forums.

• Demonstrable experience of leading an internal audit function in the private or public sector with significant practice of auditing core business areas such as operations, financial controls, technology and change management
• Suitable professional qualification and membership in audit and/or accountancy
• Proven experience of clearly and concisely communicating and reporting comprehensive and complete reports of audit findings and remedial activities to all stakeholder levels including senior leaders
• Knowledge and experienced in advising on a business activity including change management and technology
• Knowledge of audit management tools as well as best practice on risk, governance, and control; understanding of and experience using modern auditing techniques
• Good understanding of regulatory requirements and expectations and their effective embedding in risk and/or business activities
• Practical experience using ISO 27001/2, NIST CSF and other security standards in the design and management of information security controls
• Experience of working successfully in a complex, matrixed environment.

Profile

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 5+ years experience through public and/or private accounting / auditing (Big 4 a plus) and / or industry experience
• Ability to effectively communicate and manage relationships with a range of stakeholders from different backgrounds and of various levels of seniority
• Strong knowledge of Information Security frameworks and standards such as ISO
• Project management and strategic experience.

• Outstanding written and spoken communicative abilities; presentation and moderation skills; professional and convincing manner of appearance and expression; clear, targeted communication (verbal and written)
• High degree of independence, organisational skills, and time management
• Ability to perform very well even under high pressure in a structured manner and to strict deadline
• Results-oriented - ability to motivate and influence with integrity and negotiate sympathetically
• Respect for confidentiality
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Solution-oriented thinking and acting, high assertiveness.

The role will require travel (approximately 30%), with reasonable notice. This will involve mobility to travel either by own car or public transport, and overnight accommodation if more than one day delivery. A copy of the individuals driving licence willneed to be provided if using their own transport. All travel costs will be reimbursed in full.Job OfferHybrid job 40% of the week work from home25 days holidayGenerous pensionHybrid roleSubsidised canteenFree parkingFriendly team

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Internal Audit