Senior/Principal Consultant - Internal Controls, TRA
We are searching for an experienced Senior/Principal Consultant - Internal Controls, TRA
Overall Purpose
Responsible for undertaking a range of complex andspecialist IT internal audits and internal controls documentation and testingat client's sites, in accordance with our Internal Audit standards or ISAEframework. Working as an individual and leading a team to deliver high qualityInternal Audit and Internal Controls assignments within required timescales andbudgets.
Brief Job description
- To understand the key risks identified and the IT controls put in place to address those risks within each area
- To manage, perform and control IT internal audit and internal controls assignments embracing assignment planning programming, conduct and control of audit work and reporting findings
- To draft assignment and internal audit planning documents for approval / review by Client / managers
- Preparing draft audit and controls reports and working paper files to high quality standards and within the SLA on allocated assignments, adding value and good practice
- To lead and supervise more junior staff on individual assignments including staff motivation, discipline and technical audit guidance
- To provide job training and guidance for IT auditors and training for more junior IT auditors
- To perform IT audits of more complex and specialist areas
- To assess and document key controls and map processes
- To undertake review work in respect of significant findings
- To assist your seniors and managers in ensuring that assignments are completed to time and budget
- Assessment of performance of Team Members and provision of feedback when managing more junior IT auditors
- To be aware of and advise your team and seniors of any potential additional work opportunities at existing clients
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across a wide variety of clients
- To participate in the firm’s appraisal and development process
- It is the duty of all employees to ensure they are familiar with and comply with all the firm’s policies e.g. health and safety etc
- Any other duties as required
Technical skills
- Previous experience of working in an IT internal audit and internal controls/SOX in a corporate environment or Big 4 experience is highly recommended
- Previous experience of working within practice would be ideal to understand the nature of the workflow
- To have good technical knowledge of the IT internal audit process, internal controls documentation and testing, and individual subjects and sector issues relevant to your work
- Demonstrable experience with Service Organisation Reports, along with a thorough understanding of industry standards such as ISAE 3000, ISAE 3402, and AAF
- Ability to review and control technical content of work of your peers to ensure compliance with relevant regulation and Internal Audit Standards
- To provide support as required to team members
- To understand the range of additional services that the firm can provide to meet clients’ needs
Communication (oral, electronic, written)
- Oral - able to express ideas and information with clarity and confidence, especially when communicating with clients
- Good working relationship with clients to understand their needs and requirements
- Relay appropriate and timely information in respect of assignments to others
- Listening - demonstrate the ability to listen, evaluate and apply information gained
- Written - prepare draft reports and technical working papers
- Excellent attention to detail
- Gain confidence and respect of colleagues and clients
- Share own experience and expertise with others
- Encourage teamwork and develop leadership skills
Commitment /Attitude to work
- Take responsibility for resolving issues by either dealing with it personally or referring upwards where required
- Take responsibility for self-development and discuss with your manager to help achieve your career goals
- Be able to train, coach and develop junior team members and provide support to other staff as required
- Show enthusiasm and self-motivation to provide excellent service
- Show respect for others by listening to their views and suggestions
- Be a team player by putting the team's needs before your own
- Be pro-active and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement, such as raising queries and challenging existing practices
- Ability to be flexible when managing inconsistent and varying workloads
Other
- The post holder will be expected to travel to more local client's sites in their own time
- Occasional overnight stays away from home will be necessary but accommodated as appropriate
- Access to a car and full Driving Licence preferred due to location of clients is ideal
Qualifications
- A relevant professional qualification e.g. CISA, CISM, CRISC, or CIA. Consideration will be given to those who are nearing completion of their qualification.
Experienced hire
Permanent
BIRMINGHAM
Risk Assurance
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