On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced and detail-driven Investigations Officer to join their Professional Standards team. This role involves managing a diverse portfolio of disciplinary cases, ensuring that every investigation is carried out to the highest professional and ethical standards. Your work will play a key role in maintaining public and member confidence in both the accountancy profession and the organization's regulatory function.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead Investigations: Oversee and manage investigations into potential disciplinary complaints, gathering evidence, liaising with stakeholders, and drafting thorough and well-structured reports.
* Caseload Management: Take ownership of your investigation portfolio, ensuring that cases progress efficiently, correspondence is handled promptly, and all inquiries are addressed professionally.
* High-Quality Reporting: Produce clear, accurate, and balanced reports to inform internal and external stakeholders, including committees, members, and regulatory bodies, about case outcomes.
* Process Development: Establish and maintain effective systems and processes to support your casework, providing regular updates and feedback to senior management.
* Committee Collaboration: Prepare case materials for Committees and Tribunals, supporting their deliberations and ensuring they can carry out their duties effectively.
* Provide Expert Support: Act as a resource for colleagues across the organization, offering expert advice and insight in your area of specialty.
* Flexibility: Adapt to evolving business needs, with the scope of duties potentially changing as the organization grows.
Ideal Candidate:
* Audit Expertise: Extensive experience in audit, with a keen attention to detail and a strong understanding of the audit process.
* Qualifications: ICAEW Chartered Accountant or an equivalent professional accountancy qualification.
* Project Management: Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple cases, deadlines, and priorities.
* Regulatory Knowledge: A deep understanding of relevant legislation, as well as the client's regulatory and ethical guidelines.
* Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, with a solid understanding of how to use technology to enhance efficiency.
* Communication: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly and professionally.
This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the accountancy profession through high-quality investigation work. If you are passionate about maintaining professional standards and are seeking a challenging and rewarding position, we encourage you to apply.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
* Milton Keynes; Guildford; Manchester; Newcastle; Birmingham/Hybrid
* Milton Keynes; Guildford; Manchester; Newcastle; Birmingham/Hybrid
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