Job Overview.

Experience: 10+ YearsSector: Internal Audit

A+F Recruitment is partnering with a leading organisation in the financial services sector to recruit a Head of Internal Audit.

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior audit professional to join a regulated entity and lead the internal audit function at PCF-13 level.

The successful candidate will report to the Chair of the Audit Committee and the CEO and will oversee the internal audit framework, ensuring robust risk management and compliance with Central Bank of Ireland requirements.

The role involves both strategic leadership and operational delivery across all audit functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Establish, implement and maintain a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with strategic objectives
Provide independent assurance to management and the Audit Committee regarding the control environment
Oversee co-sourced audit providers and manage those business relationships
Present quarterly audit updates and findings to the Audit Committee
Ensure implementation and follow-up on internal audit recommendations and remediation plans
Lead, manage, and develop the Internal Audit team
Leverage group-wide expertise to support the delivery of an effective assurance plan

Requirements:

Educated to university degree level and holder of a professional accounting qualification (desirable)
Significant experience in Internal Audit or Accounting role at a regulated financial services environment
Strong knowledge of CBI requirements and risk-based audit methodology
Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills
Ability to build relationships with business unit and senior management across the organisation
Experience presenting to senior stakeholders and audit committees

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