Internal Audit - International Development Principal Consultant in Manchester

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle‑market businesses thrive. We are a fast‑growing firm with big ambitions – we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

At RSM, our consulting team brings together diverse advisory experts to deliver our six core solutions: business transformation, forensic, deal services, restructuring, finance function support, and risk and governance. Our solutions are designed to address the unique needs, challenges, and opportunities our clients face as they strive to achieve their aspirations and organisational goals. Whether it’s supporting global expansion, developing acquisition strategies, facilitating private equity investments, or collaborating with boards to manage risk and governance, our consulting experts work as one cohesive team. We prioritise simplicity, providing data‑driven insights, value‑added assurance, and high‑quality execution to empower our clients in building sustainable, future‑fit businesses.

It’s an exciting time to join our consulting team, as we embark on ambitious growth plans that promise to create diverse career opportunities. We are committed to enhancing our six solutions, expanding and developing our team of expert consultants, embracing a digital‑first approach, strengthening our global presence, and building strong client relationships.

The International Assurance Services team are looking for a Principal Consultant with specific experience of internal audit, to join the team working on a range of clients including UK and international governments, donors, public sector bodies, charities and INGOs.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Being a team player, by having a ‘can do’ attitude and being able to understand that the best solutions come from collaboration, exchanges of ideas and resilience.
• Successfully conducting assignments internationally, whilst being prepared to work away from home occasionally (approx. 10% of the time).
• Working with our public‑sector and not for profit clients both in the UK and overseas.
• Being adaptable, proactive and a self‑starter.

You could be seconded to a UK government department auditing major change programmes or auditing beneficiary data on a cash transfer programme for both economically challenged countries/states or economically strong nations.

What we are looking for:

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you! We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

• IIA/ACA qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CMIIA etc.)
• Fluent and able to conduct assignments in a second language preferably French.
• Eligible to undergo UK Government security clearance.
• Robust, post‑qualification experience.
• Level 7 education, ideally a masters degree.
• Experience of internal audit in the UN or central government / public sector.
• Experience of fraud / procurement / donor grants / financial systems.
• Experience working in/with the international not‑for‑profit sectors.
• Able to undertake overseas travel (around 2‑3 trips a year).
• Experience of institutional grant budget proposal development, compliance, monitoring and reporting.

What we can offer you:

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Hybrid and flexible working.
• 26 Days Annual Leave (with the option of purchasing additional days).
• Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse talent development team.

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client’s needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That’s why we’re working together to ensure our firm’s principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.