Internal Audit Senior Consultant

Job description

Overall PurposeResponsible for undertaking a range of complex and specialist audits at client's sites, in accordance with our Internal Audit standards. Working as an individual and leading a team to deliver high quality Internal Audits within required timescales and budgets.

Responsibilities

Understanding the key risks identified by Management and the controls put in place to address those risks within each area of the Client's Annual Audit Plan

To manage, perform and control internal audit assignments embracing assignment planning programming, conduct and control of audit work and reporting findings

To draft audit planning documents for approval / review by Client / Management

Preparing draft audit reports and working paper files to high quality standards and within the SLA on allocated audits

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 auditors and training for more junior auditors

To perform the audit of more complex and specialist areas

To undertake review work in respect of significant findings

To assist management in ensuring that assignments are completed to time and budget

Assessment of performance of Team Members and provision of feedback

To be aware of and advise management 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 by management and to be present on site or at the office 2-3 days a week

Technical Skills

Previous experience of working in internal audit with public sector clients

To have good technical knowledge of the internal audit process, individual subjects and sector issues relevant to your work

Ability to review and control technical content of work of others to ensure compliance with relevant UK 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

Identification and pro‐active management of own training and development 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.

Be able to train, coach and develop 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

Qualifications

A relevant professional qualification e.g. ACA, ACCA, IIA or CIMA. Consideration will be given to those who are nearing completion of their qualification.

Diversity and InclusionAt RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chelmsford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English