As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.
Internal audit - get the career youwant at RSM
Our internal audit school leaverapprenticeship programme will give you all the skills and support you need tounlock a future that’s packed with opportunities and new experiences. You’llenjoy a fast-tracked business career that recognises your potential and rewardsyour ambition.
When you join our team, you’ll enjoy apowerful combination of on-the-job learning and structured training – not tomention an impressive client list to work with. You’ll discover a culture thatnurtures individuality and an environment where everyone is supported to reachtheir potential. With us, you’ll always be moving forward.
What does our internal audit team do?
Today’s organisations face manystrategic, financial and operational risks that can stop them from achieving theirgoals. We take a deep, objective look at a business to decide whether it hasthe right systems and control processes in place to manage potential threats.
A career in internal audit gives youfront-row seats to how organisations operate. We visit clients throughout theyear to carry out field work: we look at their existing controls and test theirstrategies. We then write an audit report to document our findings and providethe client with management actions to address any improvement areas that wehave identified.
We help clients across the public andprivate sectors, so you could be working with local and central government, NHSTrusts and educational organisations, as well as charities, banks and othercorporate organisations. Our varied client list will give you a greatfoundation to build your business knowledge.
What can you expect?
RSM’s school leaver programme ininternal audit is infinitely varied, interesting and rewarding. No client isthe same so you’ll be constantly challenged. With our support, you’ll get thechance to grow professionally, with access to structured training and guidancefrom expert mentors.
A typical working week could include working on client sites for a day or two aweek which will involve travel straight from home to your clients, which can beup to 1 hour 30 minutes away. On other days, depending on the needs of thebusiness and our clients, you may be working with colleagues in your nearestRSM office or you may be working alone (with on-line supervision) from home asappropriate.
When you join this team, you’ll worktowards your professional qualifications by completing a 5-year programme. This consists of the Institute of Internal Auditors IAP (InternalAudit Practioner). A Practitioner for thefirst two years, followed by either:
CIA qualification (Certified Internal Auditor) for the next 18 months, followed by the CMIIA qualification (Chartered Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors) for the remaining 18 months;
What we look for
Internal auditors spend a lot of timeworking independently so we’re on the lookout for enthusiastic self-starterswho are quick to learn and always up for a challenge. That said, you’ll alwaysbe fully supported during the audits – you’ll have a dedicated line manager andcore team to learn from and be supported by. You’ll be working on a widevariety of projects, so it’s important that you’re adaptable and highlyorganised. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential asyou’ll be communicating at all levels, often explaining complex informationboth in meetings and in written reports.
If that sounds like you, we know you’llenjoy being part of our team.
Flexible working
At RSM we work hard to create anenvironment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, theircareer, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support allour people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilitiesalongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving aninspiring and fulfilling working environment.
Our recruitment process
Please note, for those who perform wellthroughout our assessment process, should your first preference be unavailable,you could potentially be offered a role in another location or department. Thiswould always be discussed with you in this instance.
RSM will only take one applicationinto consideration per recruitment cycle. We do not accept multipleapplications to different vacancies.
Entry requirements
At RSM, we don't just look for good examresults. We think passion, personality and originality are just as important.
You will need:
* 96 UCAS points across 3 A Levels or an equivalent level 3 qualification, or 104 UCAS points across 4 Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers or Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level).
* For all roles outside of Central London, we require successful candidates to have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle by the time they come to the end of their 6-month settling in period with RSM. For London roles access to a car is desirable but not essential.
Please note, RSM does not acceptGeneral Studies, AS levels or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).