We are seeking an objective, detail-oriented Internal Audit Consultant to provide outsourced internal audit and advisory services to clients. The role focuses on reviewing internal controls, risk management, and governance frameworks, identifying control gaps and operational risks, and delivering practical recommendations to improve control effectiveness, governance, and business performance across a range of client environments.
Key Responsibilities – Internal Audit Consultant
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Plan and deliver outsourced internal audit and advisory engagements for clients, in line with agreed scopes, internal audit standards, and best-practice frameworks.
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Develop an understanding of each client’s business model, operations, systems, and regulatory environment to identify key operational, financial, compliance, and governance risks.
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Assess the design and operating effectiveness of clients’ internal controls, risk management processes, and governance frameworks.
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Perform risk-based audit procedures, including process walkthroughs, control testing, data analysis, and targeted testing where appropriate.
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Identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and compliance issues, and evaluate their impact and root causes.
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Gather and analyse audit evidence from systems, documentation, data, and stakeholder discussions to support clear, defensible conclusions.
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Prepare concise, practical audit reports with prioritised recommendations and clear improvement actions.
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Communicate findings and recommendations effectively to client management and, where applicable, boards or audit committees.
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Provide advisory support on internal control, risk, governance, and process improvement initiatives while maintaining objectivity and independence.
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Support clients in strengthening compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, internal policies, and industry standards.
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Contribute to the ongoing development of internal audit tools, methodologies, and best practices within the consulting firm.