Internal Audit Manager

Job title: Internal Audit Manager

Company: DFS


Job description: DFS group operates in manufacturing, retail, and regulated environments, we pride ourselves on balancing commercial success with robust governance. And that’s where you come in.We’re looking for an Internal Audit Manager who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment. This is a unique opportunity to join a small in-house team, working closely with an outsourced provider, to deliver assurance in key risk areas across our business.What you’ll be doingAs our Internal Audit Manager, you’ll play a critical role in delivering assurance, driving accountability, and promoting best practices across the organisation. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and delivering audits in key risk areas, either directly or by managing our co-sourced partner.
• Scoping, delivering, and reporting on audits, as well as negotiating and agreeing on actions with senior management.
• Holding the business accountable by tracking agreed actions to ensure timely and effective resolution – or escalating issues where necessary.
• Collaborating with our co-source provider to define audit objectives, approaches, and scopes, using a flexible delivery model to ensure success.
• Developing and maintaining an effective audit tracker, serving as the single source of truth for management actions.
• This is a hybrid role, with plenty of variety and exposure to different parts of the business. Some UK travel will be required, but we expect this to be less than 20%.

The role is for you if…To succeed in this role, you’ll need a mix of technical expertise, relationship management skills, and a collaborative approach. We’re looking for someone who has:

• Core internal audit skills, with experience in both financial and non-financial audits.
• A strong understanding of risk, root cause analysis, and testing methodologies.
• Experience of working in a matrix organisation, with the ability to flex approaches to ensure delivery.
• Proven expertise in risk-based auditing, with a relentless focus on root causes and continuous improvement.
• Professional qualifications such as CIIA, or significant experience in an internal audit function.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Technology and Cybersecurity, Manufacturing, or Financial Control.
• We’re particularly interested in candidates who can bring a partnership-driven approach, combining technical skill with pragmatic, commercially-minded solutions. Strong project management and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to write clear, concise audit reports that focus on key issues and practical recommendations.

About DFSMake yourself at home with DFS Group!Did you know a DFS sofa is in one-third of Britain’s homes?Since 1969, we’ve been creating, marketing, and selling sofas that reflect people’s unique styles and tastes. We’ve always led the market, bringing comfort and great design to communities both online and in person.We’re the UK’s leading sofa retail specialist, but here’s the secret to our success – it’s our people. They’re at the heart of what we do, and together, they’re crafting us towards our ambitious future.DFS BenefitsGrowth and Training: Learn new skills and develop your career with us.Leave: Enjoy a great holiday allowance, with the option to buy 5 extra days. Take advantage of our enhanced leave for Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental, and Adoption, plus a paid volunteering day each year.Discounts: Get 30% off DFS and Sofology products for yourself, plus discounts for friends and family – and savings at big brands like Sainsbury’s, ASOS, and IKEA.Wellbeing Perks: Access healthcare services, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym memberships.Pension and Savings: Join our Group Pension and Sharesave schemes.Life Assurance & Sick Pay: Peace of mind with Life Assurance and Company Sick Pay.

Expected salary: £60000 per year

Location: Adwick le Street, South Yorkshire – Doncaster

Job date: Wed, 01 Jan 2025 06:32:30 GMT

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