Head of Audit – Asset Based Lending – UK Flexible

A market leading Challenger Bank and leading provider of Asset Based Lending solutions in the UK seeks a Head of Audit to join their dedicated team.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for management of the ABL Audit team to deliver strong risk management over underlying collateral.
• Allocation of the in life client audits to the internal team and approved outsourcers to ensure completion to required matrix conditions.
• Liaising with Corporate Lending teams in respect of completing new business survey reviews.
• Ensure appropriate levels of reporting and monitoring is in place in respect of managing the ABL audit requirements and productivity.
• Management of the External suppliers of Audit/Survey services utilising where internal capacity requires outsourcing.
• Team/people Management of the ABL Audit team.

Key Requirements:

• A proven track record of at least 5-years’ experience in an Invoice Discounting and ABL lending environment.
• A comprehensive understanding of receivables finance and asset based products.
• A recognised Accounting Qualification such as ACA / ACCA would be an advantage but is not essential.
• Demonstrate an ability to remote manage as the team are home based.
• Experience of leadership and be able to demonstrate an ability support, coach, and upskill your team to deliver.
• Demonstrate independence and that you are self-motivated with an ability to be well organised, efficient and self-disciplined; you cope well with the demands of the job and manage your time effectively.

The Successful candidate will be rewarded with a market leading salary + car allowance + bonus + other major bank benefits.