We are working with an established professional services advisory practice in Belfast that is seeking a Senior to join its Internal Audit and Controls Assurance team. The team has a main focus on technology and corporate clients. Its work centres on strengthening internal control frameworks, improving governance and supporting Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for delivering internal audit and controls assurance assignments from initial scoping through to final reporting. They will also play a part in developing the team’s presence in emerging sectors and building lasting client relationships.
This position offers exposure to a varied client base and direct interaction with senior decision-makers. Alongside managing assignments, you will have opportunities to coach colleagues, contribute to the development of advisory services and broaden your technical and industry knowledge.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee a portfolio of internal audit, controls advisory and assurance projects, coordinating each engagement from planning to completion.
- Advise clients on the design, implementation and improvement of internal controls and SOX compliance arrangements.
- Help develop the practice’s client offering across technology and wider corporate markets.
- Produce and quality-review engagement plans, findings reports and other client-facing deliverables.
- Communicate outcomes and recommendations to senior management, audit committees and boards, where appropriate.
- Build team capability through on-the-job guidance, coaching, mentoring and leadership of engagement teams.
- Support business development, including proposal preparation, tender submissions and the identification of new opportunities.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Post-qualification experience in internal audit, SOX compliance or controls assurance.
- A relevant professional qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CIIA or an equivalent credential.
- Experience leading audit or assurance engagements and coordinating delivery teams.
- Sound commercial judgement and the ability to provide practical, business-focused advice.
- Confidence presenting findings to senior stakeholders, supported by strong written reporting skills.
- Working knowledge of internal audit approaches, relevant professional standards and the Sarbanes-Oxley framework.
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