Internal Audit - DirectorApplication Deadline: 31 March 2025
Department: Risk and Advisory Services
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Dublin
DescriptionBDO Ireland is in search of a dynamic Internal Audit Director who is eager to embrace a fresh challenge within our innovative and forward-looking Risk and Advisory Services Department.
As a Director within the Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team at BDO, you will play a pivotal role in managing risk for our clients, helping them build resilient businesses in today's ever-changing business landscape.
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Internal Auditor with strong Third Party Assurance (TPA) experience, specifically in service organization controls (SOC) reporting.
In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating and enhancing our internal controls, processes, and systems to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
You will need experience in carrying out SOC1 and SOC2 reports, typically under ISAE 3000 standards.
This position offers a significant opportunity to grow our SOC reporting offering, leveraging the strong network and intellectual property across BDO firms globally.
The ideal candidate will have excellent client and team management experience.
Key ResponsibilitiesRisk Management and Advisory: Conduct comprehensive internal audits with a focus on SOC compliance.Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas for improvement.Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to senior management.Collaborate with various departments to implement recommended changes.Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of internal auditors, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.Work closely with senior managers, Directors, and Partners to ensure effective client service delivery.Proactive Collaboration: Work proactively, managing tasks independently while actively collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders.Regularly communicate with senior management to identify opportunities for enhancing service delivery and offering additional client services.Agile Working and Inclusivity: Embrace BDO's commitment to agile working, adapting to work in ways that suit individual needs and the demands of the task.Contribute to a diverse and inclusive culture, valuing every team member for their unique contributions.Professional Development: Leverage BDO's resources, programs, and frameworks to chart a clear path for personal and career development.Identify and pursue opportunities for continuous learning, contributing to your professional growth within the organisation. Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseRelevant qualifications or relevant experience in risk management, internal audit, and systems/controls testing.4+ years managing and inspiring high-performance teams.Demonstrate previous experience in managing people and possess a deep understanding of commercial sectors relevant to BDO clients.Ability to foster a collaborative team culture, ensuring effective communication and coordination with diverse cross-functional teams.Experience in presenting audit findings, recommendations, and reports to senior management and clients, demonstrating a strategic and impactful communication style.Stay informed about compliance, legislative, and market issues affecting client businesses. BenefitsIncome: Competitive salaryAnnual bonus schemeEnhanced benefit allowanceTravel Green Allowance VoucherMobile phoneEmployee referral scheme – "refer a friend".Pension schemeHealth: Permanent Health Insurance (Income Protection)Digi DocGroup health schemesLife AssuranceEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)Cycle to Work schemeCSR, Sports and Social and Wellness CommitteesOn site gymCareer: Career ProgressionBDO Learning & Development programmeCoverage of professional subscriptionLeave: Together Anywhere LeaveAnnual Leave Purchase SchemeAdoptive Leave IncreaseLocation: Free breakfast every dayState of the art officeCentral locationOn site caféOn site complementary barista
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