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My client based in Birmingham are looking for an Internal Audit Manager to support them on a 6 month contract. The role will report to the Head of Audit and will support with the Internal Audit and Risk programmes. Working under the direction of the Head of Audit, Risk and Assurance, the Internal Audit Manager will deliver a structured programme of audits, support corporate risk management, and contribute to assurance reporting. They are looking for candidates who can start within the next 4 weeks and be commutable from the head office in Birmingham and available for travel to sites nationwide.
Role objectives:
- Deliver risk-based audit reviews covering key financial, operational and project-level controls.
- Support the Group risk management framework through audit insight and targeted evaluation.
- Contribute to the internal audit plan and regular updates to senior management.
- Escalate material control issues, non-compliance or emerging risks.
- Strengthen assurance outputs by providing evidence-based recommendations for improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Internal Audit:
Plan and conduct effective audits, focusing on internal financial controls. Draft quality reports with actionable recommendations and track progress.
Risk Management:
Identify risks during audits, contribute to the corporate risk register, and provide insights into group-level risks and trends.
Compliance & ISO Standards:
Evaluate adherence to IMS and ISO standards (e.g., 9001, 14001, 27001). Support audit readiness and continuous improvement.
Reporting & Engagement:
Present findings, contribute to committee papers, and promote a culture of accountability and good governance.
Skills and Knowledge
- ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification.
- 5+ years post-qualified experience in internal or external audit.
- Strong understanding of internal financial control, risk-based audit and governance principles.
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise reports.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Construction or infrastructure sector experience.
- Understanding of relevant ISO standards.
- Familiarity with risk and audit management software tools.
If you are interested and can be available within 4 weeks please click apply.
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