At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead internal controls and audit processes to enhance governance and compliance.
- Company: Join a large, dynamic organisation with a focus on growth and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Ideal for those seeking a varied project-driven role in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on organisational growth while developing your professional skills.
- Qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with experience in internal controls and audit.
The predicted salary is between 61408 - 80000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced ACA/ACCA qualified Audit Manager/Internal Auditor to join a large, complex, and growing organisation. Reporting to senior leadership, this role will be responsible for leading and enhancing the organisation's internal control environment, ensuring robust governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, and operational effectiveness across a multi-site business. This is a highly visible position that will work closely with senior stakeholders across finance, operations, technology and external assurance providers to strengthen the control framework and support continued organisational growth.
Duties and responsibilities
- Internal Controls & Compliance
- Lead the organisation's internal control framework, including risk assessment, control design, documentation, testing, remediation, and reporting.
- Ensure key financial and operational controls are appropriately designed, implemented, and operating effectively.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, control matrices, and supporting governance records.
- Coordinate control testing programmes and oversee remediation activities for identified control deficiencies.
- Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and assurance providers regarding internal controls.
- Monitor regulatory and governance developments and ensure ongoing compliance with applicable requirements.
- Governance & Risk Management
- Support the continued development of a strong enterprise-wide control environment.
- Identify and assess operational, financial, compliance, and reputational risks across business functions.
- Partner with stakeholders to implement practical and sustainable risk mitigation measures.
- Support risk assessments across areas including finance, people processes, procurement, technology, cybersecurity, and operational activities.
- Process Improvement & Transformation
- Drive continuous improvement in business processes and control effectiveness.
- Promote automation, standardisation, and efficiency across control activities.
- Support major change initiatives, system implementations, integrations, acquisitions, and transformation programmes from a controls and governance perspective.
- Ensure controls remain fit for purpose within an evolving business environment.
- Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strong relationships with senior leaders and functional teams across the organisation.
- Provide guidance and coaching to control owners and management teams.
- Lead, develop, and mentor internal control resources where applicable.
- Deliver training and awareness initiatives relating to governance, controls, compliance, and risk management.
- Audit & Assurance
- Coordinate internal and external audit activities relating to the control environment.
- Track audit findings and ensure timely completion of remediation plans.
- Prepare reports and updates for senior leadership and governance committees.
- Support investigations relating to control failures, fraud risks, or policy breaches where required.
Ideally you will be able to demonstrate:
- Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
- Exposure to internal controls, compliance, internal audit, governance, or risk management.
- Strong understanding of financial controls, operational governance, and risk management principles.
- Experience engaging with external auditors and senior stakeholders.
- Operating within a SOX regulated or similarly governed environment would also be advantageous but not essential.
Ideal role for any ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified Audit Manager looking to make their first move to industry or an experienced Internal Auditor looking to take a more varied project driven opportunity that will support continued career development. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
Internal Controls & Audit Manager in Leeds employer: Sharp Consultancy
Join a dynamic and growing organisation that values its employees and fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. As an Internal Controls & Audit Manager, you will benefit from a supportive work environment that prioritises professional development and offers opportunities for mentorship and training. With a focus on innovation and operational excellence, this role provides a unique chance to make a significant impact while working closely with senior leadership across various functions.
