Location
London

Hours
Full Time (hours to be confirmed)

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
We are seeking an objective Internal Auditor to add value and improve our operations by applying a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. You will work within a newly established team and bring a thorough knowledge of accounting procedures alongside sound judgement. This role is ideal for someone with experience working in change environments and comfortable with ambiguity. Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, your responsibilities will include developing audit work programs, delivering end-to-end internal audits, conducting walkthroughs of procedures, and assessing the internal control environment through testing in line with the approved audit plan. You will identify opportunities to improve internal controls, support stakeholders in addressing findings, and provide an overall opinion on the control environment. Additionally, you will participate in follow-up reviews and contribute to the ongoing development of audit methodologies to ensure compliance with International Auditing Standards. This role offers the opportunity to work within a respected not-for-profit education charity dedicated to supporting academies across London to achieve rapid educational transformation.

Experience
- Previous experience in an Internal Audit role
- Knowledge of COSO or similar control/governance frameworks
- Proven ability to plan and perform internal audit engagements in conformance with professional standards
- Ability to produce, analyse, and interpret complex data to identify issues
- Experience producing high-quality written audit reports
- Understanding of risk management and assurance techniques

About you
- Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills
- Good planning and organisational abilities
- Resilient with the ability to accept reasonable challenge and push back when necessary
- Proficient in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Qualifications
- Relevant qualifications or certifications in auditing or accounting are desirable but not explicitly stated
- Demonstrated competencies required to deliver internal audit engagements effectively