Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailJob Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailWhats in it for you
You will support the Head of Internal Audit with running the daytoday audit function by completing internal audit reviews as well as providing input on the annual internal audit plan and strategic direction of the team. You will continue to develop our internal methodologies and approach to internal audit and look to position yourself as a risk and controls expert across a broad range of topics. You need to hit the ground running and begin adding value in audits within weeks of arriving. You will need to form key partnerships quickly and will work with a varied group of stakeholders at all levels (including at Csuite and Board level).
The team:
You will be joining the established Octopus Capital internal audit team and performing internal audit reviews across all parts of the Octopus group. We are a team of three who work closely together to share knowledge and insight and there is the opportunity to perform reviews across a variety of risk areas and products.
Collaborating with stakeholders across the business internal audit at Octopus takes a riskbased approach that supports the commercial aims of our entrepreneurial business with a focus on business partnering and advisory rather than a tickboxbased approach to audit.
What will you be doing
As an audit manager you will take ownership of the endtoend audit process from design and scope through to delivery and reporting including determining the scope of audit reviews reviewing the design and effectiveness of internal controls conducting audit testing with precise and legal documentation and quantifying risks to make recommendations.
Working with stakeholders to ensure accurate appropriate and timely reporting both verbally and via comprehensive and complete audit reports that positions internal audit as a valued and respected department across Octopus.
Ownership of the internal audit issue tracker to ensure that recommendations are being implemented by the business in a timely manner.
Identifying emerging industry and regulatory issues and assessing their implications as well as adopting innovative technologies and methods that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the audit process.
Exercising individual judgement and initiative when deciding audit coverage sources of information and severity of issues.
Qualifications :
Ideally youll have:
Qualified accountant (ACA ACCA AAT CIMA) looking for a unique and exciting first or second move into industry. A relevant internal audit or similar qualification (CIA CISA) would also be preferred.
Proven internal audit and related work experience at increasing levels of responsibility including exposure to the financial services sector and an understanding of core regulatory requirement
An understanding of IT/Technology risk and controls either through a 1st 2nd or 3rd Line role would be preferred.
We encourage you to apply even if you dont tick every box. Whats the worst that can happen
This role will evolve as we grow and develop. So if you are looking for a challenge in a fast paced and dynamic business we can deliver on that.
Additional Information :
What we offer
A competitive salary bonus pension and share incentive plan
Untracked holiday
Hybrid working our people spend 3 days a week in the office
Anchor (our wellness hub) which includes Headspace one to one coaching through Wellness Cloud Digital GP Shout & more
Up to 6 months paid parental leave regardless of gender
Life insurance critical illness cover and income protection
Private medical insurance for you and your family
Electric vehicle leasing
Our Values
At our core we believe that how a company behaves is just as important as what it does. Thats why we chose to become an accredited B Corp (the equivalent of a Fairtrade coffee stamp but for companies) and to change our Articles of Association so that the interests all our stakeholders employees customers communities environment and shareholders are considered in every decision we make.
We are committed to building a workplace where diversity is valued and inclusion is a priority. By providing equal opportunities for growth and development we embrace and celebrate all races genders religions sexual orientations ages disabilities and socioeconomic backgrounds. We believe teams achieve their best when every member feels safe respected and empowered to be their authentic selves.
Were proud to be disability confident and are committed to supporting candidates with a disability including neurodiversity and mental health conditions throughout the recruitment process. Applicants are welcome to optin to the disability confident scheme as part of our application process. If you require any adjustments to the interview process well be happy to accommodate where possible.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Full-time