Senior Internal Auditor

We’re Kingfisher, A team made up of over 82,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher - and all our other brands: B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama and Koctas - to life. That’s right, we’re big, but we have ambitions to become even bigger and even better. We want to become the leading home improvement company and grow the largest community of home improvers in the world. And that’s where you come in.At Kingfisher our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We want to ensure that all colleagues, future colleagues, and applicants to Kingfisher are treated equally regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, colour, ethnic or national origin, culture, religious belief, philosophical belief, political opinion, disability, gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation.We are open to flexible and agile working, both of hours and location. Therefore, we offer colleagues a blend of working from home and our offices, located in London, Southampton & Yeovil. Talk to us about how we can best support you!We're recruiting for a forward-thinking Internal Auditor who will deliver a portfolio of internal audits across the Kingfisher Group in line with the approved audit plan and use knowledge of financial, operational and technology control requirements to agree actions with our Banners to reduce risk and/or improve efficiency and performance.All members of the Internal Audit team are expected to support the continuous improvement activities and innovative thinking into our Internal Audit processes and methodologies.
Overview
We’re Kingfisher, A team made up of over 82,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher - and all our other brands: B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama and Koctas - to life. That’s right, we’re big, but we have ambitions to become even bigger and even better. We want to become the leading home improvement company and grow the largest community of home improvers in the world. And that’s where you come in.At Kingfisher our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We want to ensure that all colleagues, future colleagues, and applicants to Kingfisher are treated equally regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, colour, ethnic or national origin, culture, religious belief, philosophical belief, political opinion, disability, gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation.We are open to flexible and agile working, both of hours and location. Therefore, we offer colleagues a blend of working from home and our offices, located in London, Southampton & Yeovil. Talk to us about how we can best support you!We're recruiting for a forward-thinking Internal Auditor who will deliver a portfolio of internal audits across the Kingfisher Group in line with the approved audit plan and use knowledge of financial, operational and technology control requirements to agree actions with our Banners to reduce risk and/or improve efficiency and performance.All members of the Internal Audit team are expected to support the continuous improvement activities and innovative thinking into our Internal Audit processes and methodologies.
Perform risk assessments on key financial and/or technology processes and/or e-commerce related business activities and use this information to guide what to cover in audits, ensuring that major risks are identified, understood and addressed.Perform audits and risk-based reviews of the robustness of financial, technology, and/or ecommerce-related controls to provide assurance that controls are working effectively.Use appropriate tools and data interrogation techniques to support audit delivery.Use your knowledge of issues and best practices to identify control weaknesses and assess associated risks.Agree appropriate actions with senior management and leadership teams to mitigate identified risks.Prepare and issue reports for distribution to senior management and Board members.Ensure issues are effectively resolved or escalated when necessary.
What's the job
Perform risk assessments on key financial and/or technology processes and/or e-commerce related business activities and use this information to guide what to cover in audits, ensuring that major risks are identified, understood and addressed.Perform audits and risk-based reviews of the robustness of financial, technology, and/or ecommerce-related controls to provide assurance that controls are working effectively.Use appropriate tools and data interrogation techniques to support audit delivery.Use your knowledge of issues and best practices to identify control weaknesses and assess associated risks.Agree appropriate actions with senior management and leadership teams to mitigate identified risks.Prepare and issue reports for distribution to senior management and Board members.Ensure issues are effectively resolved or escalated when necessary.
Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or qualified auditor (CMIIA, CPIIA, or technology auditor (CISA, CISM, or similar)Strong understanding of financial and/or technology controls and e-commerce retail operating processes.Solid understanding of internal auditing, internal controls, and risk management.Good understanding of technology, including ecommerce and digital technologies.Confident using and interrogating large data sets and using data analysis tools.Strong analytical and report writing skills.At Kingfisher, we value the perspectives that any new team members bring, and we want to hear from you. We encourage you to apply for one of our roles even if you do not feel you meet 100% of the requirements.In return, we offer an inclusive environment, where what you can achieve is limited only by your imagination! We encourage new ideas, actively support experimentation, and strive to build an environment where everyone can be their best self. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at Kingfisher here! We also offer a competitive benefits package and plenty of opportunities to stretch and grow your career.Interested? Great, apply now and help us to Power the Possible.What we offer.Private Health CareOpportunity to receive up to family level cover with Bupa. Join within three months of starting or at annual renewal in April.(This benefit is subject to Benefit In Kind taxation).Kingfisher Pension SchemeImmediate eligibility through auto-enrolment. Contribute 8% to receive a max 14% from the Company.25 Days' Holiday25 days per annum plus bank holidays as stated in your contract (pro rated for part time colleagues).Staff Discount20% discount at B&Q and Screwfix.Eligible after 3 months service.Kingfisher Share Incentive Plan (SIP)Share ownership in a tax efficient way. Save between £10 to £150 per month. Join at any time once three months service is reached.Life Assurancex4 Salary plus benefit equal to value of your Retirement Account (if an active member of KPS-MP) or x1 Salary if not active member.BonusCompetitive bonus scheme that aligns to work level of role.Kingfisher Share SaveSave with the option to buy Kingfisher plc shares at the end of a 3 or 5 year period. Offered annually. Three months service is required at the annual invitation date, normally in October.
Our employees know us best.
We wouldn’t be Kingfisher without them. So, we want to share what they think with you. Since joining Kingfisher in 2007, I have made many genuine friends and the company has helped me to grow both professionally and personally.Training & Development There’s so many ways you can grow, learn, and develop here at Kingfisher. At whatever pace suits you. Conversations with senior leadersYou’ll be able to have regular conversations with managers about personal development and gain a better understanding about what you want from your career and how to achieve it.Resources and tools to help you growImproving without instruments that help you learn is near impossible. That’s why we make sure you have everything at your fingertips to find exactly what you need to keep growing.Initiatives that measure developmentWith plans that ask you what goals you want to achieve and when you want to achieve them by, tracking progress and keeping development at the forefront of conversation is easy.Find your pathThe scale of group functions within Kingfisher is huge. That means you have the chance to build different career paths within multiple areas of the organisation.Sharing is caringWe aren’t selfish here at Kingfisher. Whatever your level of experience, you’ll work with colleagues who are always welcoming and ready to share their knowledge whenever you need it.Reach for the starsSo your ambitions are high? Good thing we have opportunities to find experiences in line with more senior roles and responsibilities. Here, you can evolve your career, no matter your level.Why KingfisherWe’re an
innovative, international retailer
on a journey to actively make a difference. Always striving to take that next step.
You can be part of the difference.
From bottom to top you can progress in a collaborative environment. So, why not Kingfisher?Application ProcessWhat to expect from our application process...Step 1: ApplicationSend in your application via our Kingfisher Careers website.Step 2: ReviewA member of the Talent Acquisition team will then review your application let you know if you have progressed to the next stage of the process.Step 3: Interview 1You’ll then have a telephone interview/one to one conversation with a recruiter.Step 4: Interview 2As you progress, you’ll be invited to attend a face to face or virtual interview.Step 5: FeedbackYour recruiter will be in contact with feedback and, if successful, the details of your job offer!
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