Hybrid Interim Senior Internal Auditor - SOX & Risk

Interim Senior Internal Auditor – Start ASAP – HYBRID

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Interim Senior Internal Auditor to join a global organisation on a contract basis, starting as soon as possible. This role is ideal for an experienced audit professional who can hit the ground running and support a busy internal audit function during a period of increased activity. You will play a key role in delivering operational, financial, and compliance audits across the EMEA region, working both independently and collaboratively as part of a high‑performing team.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who is proactive, detail‑focused, and comfortable managing multiple priorities at pace.

• Support management with the annual risk assessment and development of the audit plan.
• Deliver a range of operational, financial, and compliance audit engagements in line with the approved annual plan.
• Lead audit planning, scoping, and engagement‑level risk assessments, carrying out fieldwork and presenting findings to key stakeholders.
• Produce high‑quality audit reports within agreed budgets and timelines.
• Prepare and maintain audit work papers with a strong focus on key risks.
• Communicate audit findings clearly and concisely to management and process owners.
• Perform follow‑up procedures to ensure timely remediation of findings and control deficiencies.
• Update business process documentation including flowcharts, narratives, and controls.
• Work with process owners to maintain SOX documentation for testing and remediation activities.
• Conduct design and effectiveness testing for in‑scope business processes and participate in walkthroughs.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure smooth audit execution and timely documentation exchange.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the business to support open communication and timely delivery.
• Provide advisory support, evaluating process maturity and recommending improvements.
• Support compliance projects and investigations in partnership with the Compliance function.
• Collaborate closely with teams including Tax, Accounting, Finance, and Legal.
• Contribute to the Corporate Criminal Offence (CCO) risk assessment and annual testing processes.

• Minimum 3 years’ auditing experience within a large multinational or similar complex environment.
• Strong background in operational, financial, and compliance auditing.
• Hands‑on experience with SOX, COSO, and PCAOB standards.
• Highly organised, detail‑orientated, and able to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and experience using data analytics tools.
• Proven ability to build cross‑functional relationships and work effectively in a fast‑paced, global environment.
• Results‑driven, proactive, and committed to high ethical standards.

• A professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or similar is advantageous.

This is an interim role requiring someone who can start immediately and add value from day one. If you are an experienced Internal Auditor looking for your next challenge in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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