Location: Leeds, Thorpe Park, Hybrid working.
We’re on a mission to make credit work better for all.
We celebrate and share success, learn from failure, embrace change, and savour challenge.
But enough about us. Let's talk about your new role with Lowell.
Operating in accordance with the Group Audit Charter and the Audit methodology, the Finance Audit Manager will add value and improve Lowell’s risk and control maturity.
You’ll do this by leading independent assurance activities and providing opinions over the effectiveness of Regional and Group risk management systems, internal controls and governance arrangements, with a particular focus on financial processes, including financial reporting, Treasury and other related processes.
As Audit Manager you'll also support improvement by providing independent advice and facilitation around enhancement of those systems and processes as necessary, conducting ad-hoc reviews and special investigations as requested by the Group or Regional Head of Audit.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities:
1. Responsible for implementing a proportionate risk based Internal Audit approach across the Group through providing input to the Audit Universe, the Audit Risk Assessment and the Dynamic planning process based on the relevant area of regional or subject matter responsibility or expertise.
2. On request and as agreed with the Group Head of Audit, provide advisory services to the business, to add value and improve Lowell’s governance, risk management and internal control environment.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
1. As the Finance Subject Matter Expert within the team, demonstrate a working knowledge of Financial Accounting requirements, including IFRS reporting and local GAAP (as appropriate), together with the associated risks, processes and controls that would be expected in this area. Understanding of Treasury operations and balance sheet management matters (including Securitisations).
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the regulatory environment across the regions in which the Group operates (as relevant and appropriate to the relevant regional or subject matter focus for the role) as well as emerging risks and issues to ensure that audit work is appropriately focused and capable of meeting regulatory requirements, expectations, and scrutiny.
3. Proven track record of reviewing internal controls in a variety of business functions, including in the area of specialism.
4. A positive approach to stakeholder engagement and experience in managing relationships through all levels of the business.
5. Experience gained in a Financial Services environment and/or an understanding of financial products is desirable.
6. A recognised accountancy qualification is essential for this SME role, ideally gained while working in External Audit or similar role.
A mission that gives back:
You’ll also have lots of opportunities to make an impact on your personal development. At Lowell we have a big focus on helping our colleagues develop their careers and grow with us, together.
So, whatever your culture, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, or disability status, if you’re ready to help us make credit work better for all, we think you’ll fit right in. Our people are our strength, so we build strong teams thriving with diverse voices, and offer benefits that can keep our people strong.
That means…
1. A discretionary annual bonus for a job well done.
2. 3% flexible benefits; pick additional benefits or take as cash each month. Whether this is extra holiday or dental cover there will be something for you.
3. Free parking when you are in the office and when working from home, you’ll be fully equipped with everything you’ll need to be successful.
4. 28 days holiday plus public holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days.
5. Life assurance.
6. A fantastic culture with more little perks along the way including, self-development opportunities, recognition awards and on-site facilities to support the varying needs of our colleagues.
7. Wellbeing support and a programme of webinars and classes geared towards mindfulness.
Ready to share in that mission?
Our people are our greatest asset. That means part of our mission is building a workplace where you can grow with us, and help us go on to make a difference, together.
Together, we go further - and it starts with you. So, if you’re interested in adding your voice to our fantastic team of people, take the first step and apply today.
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