Intermediate / Senior - Internal Audit & Risk

About the role

As part of the Internal Audit and Risk team, you will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of internal audit and risk management engagements, following professional standards and regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes across a range of clients. This is a challenging and rewarding position that offers variety and the opportunity to work with a diverse clientele.

What you will be doing :

• Assist in internal audit, risk management and process improvement engagements, including planning, execution, and reporting
• Assess risks and assist in developing audit programs and testing procedures to address identified risks
• Assist in the delivery of  risk management projects
• Assist the team with the completion of tasks or work assignments as necessary to ensure client service requirements are met
• Analyse and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and assess compliance with company policies and procedures
• Analyse data to provide assurance evidence and provide client insights
• Identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations for enhancing internal controls and business processes
• Prepare accurate and concise audit reports, highlighting key findings and recommendations for management

About You

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Relevant professional certification (CA, CIA, CPA) an advantage
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in internal audit, external audit or risk management, preferably with a public accounting firm or a large organisation
• Understanding of risk management principles, internal auditing standards, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to various stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications and relevant software
• Experience in systems such as Excel, Power BI and Tableau (beneficial)
• Sound knowledge and experience in data modelling techniques (beneficial)

What we offer

A high trust environment with flexible work options, the ability to take your Friday afternoon back to recharge if you've achieved all your outcomes for the week, $1,040 per year for fitness & gym memberships, professional memberships and continued education support, an inclusive and social team environment, a day to volunteer, plenty of professional development, and a laptop and mobile phone supplied. Check our benefits page to see more!

About our company

Grant Thornton New Zealand is a member of an ambitious global organisation providing audit, tax, and advisory services to dynamic organisations to unlock their potential for growth. Our proactive teams led by approachable partners use insights, experience, and instinct to understand complex issues for our clients.

Our collaborative culture means we share ideas as well as the responsibility for making them happen, and our fresh thinking and agile working helps businesses, communities, and our people to flourish.

About Our Culture

At Grant Thornton we are committed to growing authentic and inclusive leaders who create a vibrant and innovative working environment that inspire and engage our people to perform to their potential. Our collaborative teams enjoy working together and ensure they are constantly learning, exceeding client requirements and expectations as a result.

Our Partners are down to earth, approachable, and recognise and reward achievements of the team and individuals. We enable our team members to be themselves at work and match drive and commercial acumen with further opportunities to learn and advance.

Apply today and be more with Grant Thornton!

To be considered for this role, you will need to be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand. To be legally entitled to work in New Zealand, you should be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a visa with a pathway to residency.