Preparation of the audit plan, manage two auditors, manage the co-sourced providers, prepare the assurance report and report to the Audit Committee.

Client Details

Our client is the world's leading independent conservation organisation.

They are on a mission is to create a world where people and wildlife can thrive together.

With biodiversity loss a critical issue facing the world today, working for this organisation allows you to give something back to the world.

Description

• Prepare an annual risk based internal audit plan
• Manage, supervise and technically review the work of the Audit Team
• Lead, plan and carry out audit reviews of UK and international operations
• International travel (guideline dependant) may be required to meet the charity's needs
• Manage relationships with outsourced/co-sourced providers of internal audit services as required
• Track and encourage implementation of agreed management actions
• Report quarterly to the Audit Committee
• Provide advice to staff, management and the Audit Committee on risk management, systems of internal control and assurance
• Collaborate with external audit, compliance and risk management
• Prepare an annual assurance report including fraud to support Trustees
• Actively participate and collaborate with the Internal Audit Group to
• maximise assurance and efficient use of resources
• Lead investigations where necessary
• Promote Internal Audit as an added-value activity

Profile

• Chartered Internal Auditor or CCAB accountant with significant experience in Internal Audit
• Demonstrable experience in leading an Internal Audit team in a complex, international environment
• Experience in working with charitable organisations
• Substantial exposure to a range of internal audit techniques, including current best practice and to internal control frameworks and practices
• Demonstrable ability and experience of providing strategic internal audit advice
• Experience in setting a risk based internal audit plan
• Experience in managing an outsourced/co-sourced relationship
• Strong ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
• Effective clear communication
• Excellent report writing skills

Job Offer

• 3 Month Interim Contract (room for extension or potential to become permanent)
• £60k per annum
• Contributing to a globally renowned charity who are leading the fight against biodiversity loss