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Internal Audit Manager

Employer
The Curve Group
Location
Manchester, UK
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Oct 13, 2019

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Job Role
Auditor
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Audit Manager - Group Internal Audit Manchester Who we are An award-winning banking group here to help Britain's go-getters. More about us In 2009, Aldermore set out to be the bank helping those with ideas, big and small, to realise their dreams and to seek and seize opportunity in their personal and professional lives. We call it banking for the bold. Today, we're an award-winning bank that has helped fund the growth of Britain's small businesses through a range of business finance solutions, specialist mortgages and savings accounts that provides our customers with the support they need to make things happen. In May 2019, we successfully integrated MotoNovo Finance into the Aldermore Group. Join us if you want to find yourself at the heart of a collaborative, dynamic, growing organisation where our employees are valued and supported in their personal development and in realising their career aspirations. Internal Audit Manager working in Aldermore Group Internal Audit is part of an independent team making the impartial, professional decisions and constructive recommendations that enables effective risk management, control and governance. The Aldermore internal audit team consists of highly motivated, supportive and talented individuals from a range of different backgrounds and competencies. The team is well respected within the Aldermore Group and works closely with senior management and with other control functions in providing advice and independent assurance to a growing business. Our objective assurance goes beyond overseeing structures, policies and processes to promote and support efficiency and continuous improvement. It's a business-critical area that offers lots of scope for career-building experience, including the opportunity to acquire a Group-wide view across both Aldermore Bank and the recently integrated motor finance business (MotoNovo Finance). The Role Contribute to the assessment underpinning the selection of audits for inclusion in the audit plan. Ensure the audit strategy provides assurance over new and emerging risks. Execution and delivery of audits in line with audit methodology and IIA standards and budget Produce IA reports which are impactfully balanced and address the root cause of issues. Ensure recommendations are commercial and address the ongoing sustainability of the control environment. Ensure recommendations are followed up to closure and drive timely issue resolution and sustainability of implemented controls. Develop and maintain credibility and develop working relationships with key business stakeholders from team leader to director level. An individual with significant experience of operating at a senior level and possessing strong auditing technical knowledge, and/or strong technical knowledge of risk management in a regulated, financial services environment. The individual must be able to effectively plan, organise and manage complex audit assignments, engage constructively with senior stakeholders on an ongoing basis, coach staff on assignment, and lead on various internal audit practice improvement initiatives. The Aldermore Group Internal Audit team works closely together in a collaborative and agile manner; all new members to the team are expected to champion the same cultural values of respect, openness/transparency and support for one another. The specific requirements for the role include: Relevant Professional Qualification (e.g. ACA/ACCA/IIA). Non-audit/accountancy qualifications will also be considered where the candidate is willing to undertake IIA audit training. Minimum 2 years post qualification experience. Experience of risk based auditing in financial services/banking either in an external or internal audit capacity, OR extensive experience of risk management in financial services. Strong analytical skills and ability to critically challenge existing business frameworks, processes and controls. Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to persuade and influence senior management. Solid track record of operating effectively in a fast moving and changing environment. Strong work ethic and willingness to lead from the front to get things done. Ability to deliver high quality outputs/results and to communicate these effectively to senior management. Familiarity with standard control frameworks (eg COSO) and risk management frameworks. Good knowledge of the challenges facing the financial services industry. Familiarity with the UK regulatory environment for financial services including the SMCR requirements. Good understanding of the risks associated with financial services products (preferably banking products). The Rewards As you would expect, this opportunity offers a competitive basic salary and reward package, and you'll also benefit from our commitment to investing in your professional development. We do not accept speculative agency CVs. Any CV received by Aldermore will be treated as a gift and not eligible for an agency fee. PSL agencies should only send CVs if authorised to do so by HR. Where a DBS check or CIFAS check is identified as necessary, all application forms, job adverts and recruitment briefs will contain a statement that an application for a DBS certificate or a CIFAS check will be submitted in the event of the individual being offered the position. Aldermore is an equal opportunities employer

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