Financial Control & Governance Audit Senior
Reporting to the Head of Finance Integration, Change & Governance, this exciting new opportunity has arisen to join a newly formed audit team within our wider Finance Integration, Change & Governance team. As we continue with new acquisitions into Ardonagh Advisory, this role will lead a team to understand and document the acquired businesses control environments, design and implement a robust audit strategy and, through the team, ensure that audit procedures are performed in alignment with the strategy. Whilst home based you will need to attend meetings in our Leeds/Harrogate offices every 2-3 weeks and will be required to travel to our UK offices as per business needs. What you will do This is an overview and not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Collaborating with your line manager, you will develop your own objectives but focus on all of the following: Develop, implement and embed first line audit model, specifically for new acquisitions. Ensure key financial controls are operating in line with business standards. Provide an audit report on each assignment outlining the overall assessment, proposed adjustments and control recommendations. Outline the escalation process and ensure timely resolution of control issues. Communicate and build strong relationships with stakeholders and teams across Ardonagh. Effectively manage the team members to ensure all deliverables are met efficiently and to timetable. Qualifications and Experience Education – Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field Specialist Knowledge – CASS, IFRS, UK GAAP Microsoft Office - Skills to an advanced level, particularly Excel This is an opportunity for a qualified ACA/ACCA auditor who has experience planning and delivering statutory audits and managing audit assignments and teams. You will need strong experience of accounting functions and business and financial reporting. We are seeking a proactive, self-motivated auditor and team leader who is looking for a role within a newly created growing team. You will need to be able to influence and build strong relationships with key stakeholders, communicate effectively across all mediums, demonstrate your excellent planning and organisational skills and able to identify problems and seek out solutions. You will be a driven individual who works well in a team but can use their initiative and resourcefulness. Attention to detail is essential, as well as analytical, investigative and logical reasoning skills. You will need demonstrable experience leading and training others in both processes and systems. In return you will be welcomed and supported by our Ardonagh family joining an organisation that cares about you as a person and your wellbeing. Some of the other benefits are: Holiday entitlement of 28 days plus bank holidays Opportunity to progress your career across the entire Ardonagh family Award-winning learning & development offering and support to obtain professional qualifications to enhance your knowledge and career prospects Pension scheme for when you feel it’s time to retire 24-hour Employee Assistance support for you and your family’s physical and mental wellbeing Corporate perks such as discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, shopping, Eyecare vouchers, cycle to work and much more One day paid volunteering to give back to our communities Ardonagh Community Trust (ACT) - raising funds for charity with donation matching in your local community The Spotlight Awards, where we celebrate the best of the Ardonagh Group and all the bright talent across our business. We offer genuine potential for both personal and professional development, come and be part of our story and help us shape our future. So, what are you waiting for? Apply today and one of our team will be in touch. Ardonagh Group is an equal opportunities employer, with a growing and thriving diversity, equity and inclusion strategy; we are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. Please note: We may close a vacancy prior to the publish end date if the required quality or number of applications has been received. No Agencies please. Why not check us out on LinkedIn or speak to one of our team to find out what life’s really like with The Ardonagh Group family. Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
Insurance and Insurance Agencies and Brokerages
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Reporting to the Head of Finance Integration, Change & Governance, this exciting new opportunity has arisen to join a newly formed audit team within our wider Finance Integration, Change & Governance team. As we continue with new acquisitions into Ardonagh Advisory, this role will lead a team to understand and document the acquired businesses control environments, design and implement a robust audit strategy and, through the team, ensure that audit procedures are performed in alignment with the strategy. Whilst home based you will need to attend meetings in our Leeds/Harrogate offices every 2-3 weeks and will be required to travel to our UK offices as per business needs. What you will do This is an overview and not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Collaborating with your line manager, you will develop your own objectives but focus on all of the following: Develop, implement and embed first line audit model, specifically for new acquisitions. Ensure key financial controls are operating in line with business standards. Provide an audit report on each assignment outlining the overall assessment, proposed adjustments and control recommendations. Outline the escalation process and ensure timely resolution of control issues. Communicate and build strong relationships with stakeholders and teams across Ardonagh. Effectively manage the team members to ensure all deliverables are met efficiently and to timetable. Qualifications and Experience Education – Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field Specialist Knowledge – CASS, IFRS, UK GAAP Microsoft Office - Skills to an advanced level, particularly Excel This is an opportunity for a qualified ACA/ACCA auditor who has experience planning and delivering statutory audits and managing audit assignments and teams. You will need strong experience of accounting functions and business and financial reporting. We are seeking a proactive, self-motivated auditor and team leader who is looking for a role within a newly created growing team. You will need to be able to influence and build strong relationships with key stakeholders, communicate effectively across all mediums, demonstrate your excellent planning and organisational skills and able to identify problems and seek out solutions. You will be a driven individual who works well in a team but can use their initiative and resourcefulness. Attention to detail is essential, as well as analytical, investigative and logical reasoning skills. You will need demonstrable experience leading and training others in both processes and systems. In return you will be welcomed and supported by our Ardonagh family joining an organisation that cares about you as a person and your wellbeing. Some of the other benefits are: Holiday entitlement of 28 days plus bank holidays Opportunity to progress your career across the entire Ardonagh family Award-winning learning & development offering and support to obtain professional qualifications to enhance your knowledge and career prospects Pension scheme for when you feel it’s time to retire 24-hour Employee Assistance support for you and your family’s physical and mental wellbeing Corporate perks such as discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, shopping, Eyecare vouchers, cycle to work and much more One day paid volunteering to give back to our communities Ardonagh Community Trust (ACT) - raising funds for charity with donation matching in your local community The Spotlight Awards, where we celebrate the best of the Ardonagh Group and all the bright talent across our business. We offer genuine potential for both personal and professional development, come and be part of our story and help us shape our future. So, what are you waiting for? Apply today and one of our team will be in touch. Ardonagh Group is an equal opportunities employer, with a growing and thriving diversity, equity and inclusion strategy; we are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. Please note: We may close a vacancy prior to the publish end date if the required quality or number of applications has been received. No Agencies please. Why not check us out on LinkedIn or speak to one of our team to find out what life’s really like with The Ardonagh Group family. Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
Insurance and Insurance Agencies and Brokerages
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