The Internal Audit Senior role is based at the Head Office in Glasgow and is part of a 6-person internal audit function. The department was created in 2012 and is now established as a key area of the business, providing a consultative approach to both financial and operational colleagues. The function fulfils its role by systematic review and evaluation of risk management control and governance which comprises the policies, procedures, operational controls and processes that management have put in place.

An overview of core responsibilities:

Prepare initial audit scoping documents for approval by Internal Audit Senior Manager/Head of Internal Audit

• Act as team leader for audits/business reviews, as identified via the internal audit plan, to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, operational instructions and best practice procedures
• Execution of audit fieldwork including the documentation and evaluation of internal procedures, operating processes and controls and supporting systems
• Communication of audit findings and recommendations for improvement at the conclusion of audits, to relevant internal audit management, for communication with relevant business personnel - both written and verbal
• Work with others to implement plans and projects that improve internal control process, solicit feedback and follow up on recommendations and subsequent remediation points to ensure improved controls and processes are implemented in a timely manner.
• Ad hoc investigations/process reviews and analysis of business performance/procedures
• Testing of business continuity plans, including all business critical sites or functions, including depots
• Ensures that all audit review work is documented in accordance with appropriate IPPF/International Standards

The Internal Audit Senior position requires an individual who takes an objective approach to managing risk, understands the importance of a robust controls environment and is able to share this knowledge and understanding with a multitude of stakeholders across the business. A background in a related industry would be useful, but more important is that the individual is experienced in internal audit, external audit and has a positive attitude to providing assurance and relevant audit recommendations which will improve the controls and processes across the company.

The business is open to candidates who have gained experience in industry, working in an internal audit capacity or those who trained in accountancy firms in either internal or external audit.  Key to this position is securing a candidate who is capable of driving process improvements, supporting operational decision making and developing good working relationships across the business.

Finally, it is critical that the Internal Audit Senior is able to identify risks, document processes and controls, test the operating effectiveness of controls in place, and make appropriate recommendations for improvement to deliver control objectives. The successful candidate will demonstrate great attention to detail and be able to work under pressure to tight deadlines.  They must possess the ability to liaise professionally with stakeholders at all levels, adapting their approach accordingly.

A summary of the key candidate requirements are as follows:

• Proven career track record of success in an audit role, be it internal or external audit
• A qualified accountant or experienced IA professional
• An individual on the upward curve of their career who will seek progression within the organisation in future
• Confident communicator at every level, able to engage with various areas of the business
• Self-motivated and capable of developing in the current role over time
• Committed team player who can work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Willing to be flexible to address business needs