The audit assistant is an integral part of the PayPoint Group’s Audit function. This role will be responsible for supporting internal audits process and controls throughout the group. The role can be based in our Liverpool City Centre office, Haydock office or Welwyn Garden City.
A degree of flexibility is needed, as approximately 20% travel is required.
Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, you will be assisting with planning, performing, and reporting of the agreed audit plan.
The role will provide an excellent insight into PayPoint’s business, providing the candidate with the opportunity to learn how businesses operate end to end. The role will also provide the candidate the opportunity to develop knowledge, experience of specific business areas, and provide exposure to all levels of management.
Main Purpose of Role:
Based within the Internal Audit team, the Internal auditor will assist in providing third line assurance that the management controls and processes in place across the Group are robust and operating effectively.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Assisting with larger business wide audits, assessing the effectiveness of controls.
2. Completing smaller audit assignments from planning through to completion with the assistance from senior members of the team.
3. Examining and analysing business processes for efficiency.
4. Coordinating and administering the internal reporting system using SharePoint.
5. Conducting follow-up audits of agreed audit actions with auditees.
6. Staying updated on industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging trends to enhance audit processes.
7. Participating in discussions and meetings with various departments to gain insights into business operations and identify potential areas for improvement.
Qualifications, Experience and Key Skills:
1. Audit or accounting qualifications are desirable but not essential as we may be able to offer study support.
2. Business knowledge of PayPoint activities is desirable but not essential.
3. IT Skills/knowledge would be an advantage.
4. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and SharePoint online.
5. Possess excellent communication skills both written and oral, including and not limited to documentation of audit findings and evidence recording.
6. Display strong organisational skills needed to manage time well, prioritise effectively to achieve deadlines.
7. Ability to work effectively on your own and as part of a team.
8. Enquiring mindset with the ability to challenge at all levels of the organisation.
9. Ability to think objectively and demonstrate sound judgment.
10. Ability to use your own initiative.
11. Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
12. Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity.
13. Resilience under pressure.
14. Flexible thinking and ability to adapt to change.
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