Internal Audit Manager

This position is ideal for an Assistant Manager / Manager in Audit (ideally in FS) looking to make their first move to industry or for a candidate currently working in a FS firm seeking to advance their career. The role offers excellent exposure to senior management and strong career opportunities. Responsibilities of the role include: Leading audits, staffing audits and providing consulting or oversight functions based on the needs of the team. Provides technical expertise to the Audit Team and uses sound audit practices. Maintains technical expertise with the assigned business unit(s) including organizational structure, personnel, activities and products, new product development, financial performance and risk and problem areas. Responsible for staying current on regulatory rules and changes within the industry. Interacts and partners with Senior Management to understand the risks within the business, business changes and other significant events that could significantly affect the business and/or the audit plan. Manages and performs special projects as assigned. Participates in meetings with business unit to discuss audit results. Communicates with partners at all levels, developing and presenting recommendations on operations and controls for the business unit. During audit engagements, assigns work to auditors, sets priorities and monitors activity. Conducts the performance management process for direct reports. Utilizes understanding of various Corporate units to verify that operations, services, and systems have proper audit controls in place (i.e., design and operating effectiveness of the control environment). Reviews audit work including work paper documentation, findings and recommendations and the final report to ensure appropriate adherence to the Corporation's/Department's Policies and Standards and ensuring work is performed within established timeframes. Evaluates corporate management, business processes, business controls and operating practices during audits and consulting/monitoring engagements. Applies analytical skills to review information and determine potential control weaknesses. Qualifications Experience of auditing, ideally gained in an internal audit environment, together with knowledge of risks and controls of these activities, including operational and compliance risks. Knowledge of auditing in the financial services industry and basic accounting principles and related work experience. Professional certifications (ACA, ACCA) Strong analytical, leadership, and organizational skills are needed. Strong report writing and workpaper documentation skills. A College or University degree and/or entry level auditing Experience in the asset servicing/management industry preferable If you are interested in exploring this opportunity further, please contact Martin McFadden on 01 676 0505 or click apply below Voted Best in Practice Accountancy & Finance 2012, 2013 & 2015 Quest is a team of experienced and professional Financial Recruiters solely dedicated to recruiting for Accountancy and Financial Services Professionals. Through its reputation, in-depth sector knowledge and impeccable standards of conduct and confidentiality, Quest has developed professional relationships with World Leaders in Financial Services and Accountancy throughout Ireland, Luxembourg, Bermuda and the Cayman Islands. Quest's experienced Team offers a personalized service and listens closely to what you want - your career goals and motivations