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Senior Internal Auditor

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Accounting & Tax
  • London

Requirements

  • University degree (required) in Finance, Economics, Accounting or related field
  • Accounting or audit certification (e.g. ACA, CPA, CIA, CISA, CA) is expected
  • Certifications such as CFA and FRM are an advantage
  • At least 8 years’ experience in internal or external audit, including coverage of the commodity trading industry (particularly the energy sector) or Investment Banking commodities businesses
  • Comprehensive understanding of risks and control assessments and familiarity with regard to the extractive industry e.g. supply chain logistics, trading, risk management, compliance, insurance and customs/tax.
  • Ideal Candidate:
  • Has advanced English verbal and written communication skills; additional languages are a benefit.
  • Has strong ability to identify and clearly articulate risks, controls, root causes and improvement opportunities.
  • Is operationally excellent and able to organise, produce high quality work within agreed deadlines.
  • Is motivated to operate as part of a global team and travel up to 20% worldwide.
  • Has Analytical skills and critical thinking in order to collaborate with our Data Analytics function to apply the latest digital technology and data analytics techniques to enhance our auditing capability.
  • Holds People leadership capabilities and opera team player.
  • Experience auditing Financial Risks (i.e. market, credit, valuation/model and liquidity) and Compliance topics (e.g. Market Conduct, Financial Crime, is an advantage.
  • Is eligible to work in UK or Switzerland.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and drive the delivery of audits for Marketing assurance (i.e. commodities trading, financing and logistics) for both Energy and Metals sectors across global trading hubs and support offices
  • Identify and articulate risk and control weaknesses, with consideration for severity and root cause
  • Be responsible for the continuous risk monitoring activities for a portfolio with the Marketing audit universe to identify relevant trends, emerging risks, and influence change
  • Develop strong relationships with assigned global marketing stakeholders (in particular Energy) to maintain proximity to business evolution and provide relevant insights in relation to current and emerging risks
  • Apply latest digital technology and data analytics solutions fit for next-generation auditing to deliver outstanding risk and assurance services
  • Participate in ad-hoc special reviews, as required

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Internal Auditor.

In which industry does the Senior Internal Auditor specialize?

The Senior Internal Auditor specializes in the Energy trading sector or Financial Services.

Who will the Senior Internal Auditor report to?

The Senior Internal Auditor will report directly to the Audit and Assurance Manager for Energy Products.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Senior Internal Auditor?

The primary responsibilities include planning and delivering audits for marketing assurance (commodities trading, financing, and logistics), identifying risk and control weaknesses, conducting continuous risk monitoring, developing relationships with stakeholders, and applying digital technology and data analytics solutions in auditing.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A university degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field is required, along with an accounting or audit certification (e.g., ACA, CPA, CIA, CISA, CA). Certifications such as CFA and FRM are considered advantageous.

How many years of experience are required for candidates applying for this position?

Candidates need at least 8 years of experience in internal or external audit, specifically in the commodity trading industry (particularly in the energy sector) or in Investment Banking commodities businesses.

What types of risks and controls should the ideal candidate have experience assessing?

The ideal candidate should have a comprehensive understanding of risks and control assessments related to the extractive industry, including supply chain logistics, trading, risk management, compliance, insurance, and customs/tax.

What skills are essential for the Senior Internal Auditor?

Essential skills include advanced English verbal and written communication skills, strong ability to articulate risks and improvement opportunities, operational excellence, analytical skills, leadership capabilities, and collaboration with the Data Analytics function.

Is travel a requirement for this position?

Yes, the Senior Internal Auditor is expected to travel up to 20% worldwide.

What advantages does this position offer to the candidate?

The position offers exposure to company management, opportunities to innovate with leading-edge technologies, a dynamic work environment, international assignments, and a great learning platform engaging with traders and risk managers.

Is eligibility to work in the UK or Switzerland required for this role?

Yes, candidates must be eligible to work in the UK or Switzerland.

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Industry
10,001+
Employees
1974
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are a global and diversified natural resource company. From powering the electric vehicle revolution, to the smartphone in your pocket, the commodities we source enable modern life.