Audit and Risk Expert

5 days ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Hitchenor Wakeford Limited Full time

At Hitchenor Wakeford Limited, we are currently seeking an experienced Audit and Risk Expert to join our team.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead and deliver audit reviews, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. As an Audit and Risk Expert, you will be responsible for partnering closely with the organization to improve finance risk and control maturity.

You will have the ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of Financial Accounting requirements, including IFRS reporting and local GAAP (as appropriate), together with the associated risks, processes, and controls that would be expected in this area.

  • Experience completing planning and fieldwork; including the identification and evaluation of risks and associated controls, and the design and delivery of testing strategies.
  • A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) as this is essential for this SME role, ideally gained while working in External Audit or similar role.
Key Responsibilities

As an Audit and Risk Expert, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading and delivering audit reviews, ensuring they are completed in line with the Internal Audit methodology.
  • Accountable for the preparation and presentation of audit findings to the Head of Internal Audit, auditees, and key business stakeholders (e.g. Executives or Audit Committee), as appropriate.
  • Responsible for the preparation of clear, concise, and focused audit reports that clearly detail the audit findings and recommendations.
  • On request and as agreed with the Head of Audit, provide advisory services to the business, to add value and improve Lowell's governance, risk management, and internal control environment.
  • Conduct ad hoc reviews and special investigations as requested from time to time by the Head of Internal Audit or senior stakeholders.
Salary and Benefits

The salary for this role is estimated to be around £80,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.



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