Audit Accountant (Internal Audit)

Job description

Date: 11 Feb 2026Sector: FINANCE / ACCOUNTINGType: PermanentLocation: LondonSalary: £45000 - 50000 per annumEmail: duncan@taylorjamesresourcing.comRef: db120226a

We are looking for an Accountant with 3 years Audit experience to work for a financial markets trading firm within their Internal Audit team, working in an Internal Audit department of a metal derivative trading organisation. The department is responsible for JSOX Compliance which ensures Japanese Sarbanes‐Oxley Act (J‐SOX) requirements, ensuring robust internal controls and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

JSOX Compliance Support:

Assist in planning and coordinating the annual JSOX testing cycle.

Prepare and maintain documentation for internal controls and risk assessments.

Support walkthroughs and control testing activities under the guidance of senior auditors.

Audit Process Assistance:

Collect and organize evidence for control effectiveness.

Track remediation actions and follow‐up on outstanding issues.

Help prepare audit reports and summaries for management review.

Internal Audit of IT processes and controls

Collaboration & Communication:

Liaise with business units to gather required information and clarify control processes.

Ensure timely communication of audit findings and deadlines.

Compliance & Governance:

Stay updated on JSOX requirements and internal audit best practices.

Support continuous improvement initiatives for internal controls.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential:

Strong organizational and administrative skills.

Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Good communication skills for interacting with internal stakeholders.

Preferred:

Understanding of internal controls or audit principles.

Experience in compliance or risk management roles.

Knowledge of J‐SOX or Sarbanes‐Oxley frameworks.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-05-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

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