Internal Audit Manager

ABOUT THE COMPANY

G4S is a leading global integrated security company, specializing in the provision of security products and solutions.

JOB SUMMARY

With leadership from the Regional Audit Leader, the role supports the provision of an efficient,effective and proactive internal audit service across the International business. Key accountabilitiesinclude planning, leading and delivering audit fieldwork, drafting and closing out GIA reports andassociated management actions, coaching management in their implementation of such actions inline with target completion dates. In addition, the Audit Manager is expected to support and coachmore junior staff (in their Region) in the delivery of their work, role modelling good practice at alltimes. The position requires up to 75% travel, mainly in Region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Working in country, alone or as part of a small team, leading and delivering auditfieldwork (as per assigned responsibilities for the audit in question) to aconsistently high standard. Includes developing or tailoring detailed audit/riskprogrammes for each audit and testing of both design and operating effectivenessof controls against an agreed set of Group control standards.2. Working closely with the Regional Audit Leader, ensure key findings are discussed andagreed with management at regional and country level, taking responsibility for the timelyclose out of fieldwork and findings. Provide support and guidance to local managementteam on matters that arise, taking the time to understand local conditions and key risks.3. At the direction of the Global SOX team, and with the support of the Regional Audit Leader,support the execution of the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, including controldesign and testing where applicable and appropriate.4. While retaining independence, be a business partner to all. Through constructive dialogue,ensure that audit findings are fact based and that relevant actions are agreed that addressthe issue and can be achieved in the time frame set.5. Proactively lead the production of reports which are concise and relevant, with focus onagreed action plans to be completed in a realistic time frame.6. Follow up on agreed actions to continue to support and aid local management to in efficientand timely implementation.7. Assist the Regional Audit Leader to develop the annual audit plan to be presented toRegional Management and Regional Audit Committee. The plan will primarily be gearedtowards ensuring that internal controls are effective to reduce business risks to acceptablelevels.8. Demonstrate an expertise in the businesses’ risks, systems and procedures so thatconsequences of control shortcomings are understood and communicated.9. Participate in ad-hoc investigations under the direction of Regional leadership or RAM.10. Comply with the team’s standards and work practices showing excellent ethical andprofessional attributes at all times.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Performance monitoring and evaluation, Cost tracking, analysis, Risk analysis, Quality management, Legal auditing, Financial analysis, Leadership skills, Risk management, Reporting, Team leadership

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree