Title

Senior Internal Auditor (York House, Seymour Street, London W1H 7JT)

Job Description

Bunzl plc is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor.

The role will be part of the Global Internal Audit team, which is responsible for providing assurance over the financial & operational control environment of the Bunzl Group to the Audit Committee.

The appointee will have the opportunity of joining a FTSE50 international group of companies, with the remit of managing a variety of audits, with substantial responsibility and challenges. Based in London, the role will require international travel (about 40% of the time).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carrying out the audits of businesses effectively and efficiently in accordance with the approach established by the Senior Internal Audit Manager and Head of Internal Audit and Risk.
• Preparing a plan for the audit of a specific business or function which ensures the controls over all key aspects of the business are reviewed.
• Preparing working papers supporting the conclusions reached by the auditor for each area of the business audited.
• Presenting the findings of the work to senior management of the operating company being audited by means of oral presentation and discussion.
• Presenting the outcome of the audit in an audit report setting out weaknesses in internal control and suggested improvements.
• Performing follow-up visits and report on action taken by management to address the points identified.
• Support the preparation of Audit Committee papers and other reports as required.

Required Skills and Experience

• ACA / ACCA qualified;
• University graduate in a recognised and relevant degree subject, minimum of a 2:1.
• External audit experience (ideally with one of the Big 4);
• Internal audit experience – a significant asset;
• Fluent written and spoken English. Fluency in an additional language advantageous (Spanish, Portuguese, French, Germany, Dutch, Mandarin);
• Data analytics experience a plus (PowerBI);
• Highly organised, keen attention to detail;
• Flexibility to travel extensively (i.e. no personal or relevant visa restrictions) in the UK, Europe, South America & Australasia.
• Comfortable taking responsibility for audits from the planning phase through to reports of the highest quality being issued;
• Able to communicate effectively (all audit reports are distributed and read by the Board);
• Able to deal with ambiguity and complexity;
• Desire and ability to understand ways of working / processes and the curiosity to challenge and improve ways of working;
• Able to influence and partner senior stakeholders to agree and drive actions to completion;
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, energetic and has excellent collaboration and influencing skills in order to be able to demonstrate personal credibility to the business.

About Bunzl

Bunzl plc is a focused and successful international distribution group providing customised solutions to B2B customers. We support businesses all over the world with a variety of products that are essential for customers in the successful operation of their businesses.

Bunzl plc was incorporated in 1940 and listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1957, but its origins date back to 1854 when Moritz Bunzl opened a small haberdashery business in Bratislava, now the capital of Slovakia. Today Bunzl is active in 31 countries and organised into four business areas: North America, Continental Europe, UK & Ireland and Rest of the World.

The organisation allows the management in each geographical area to have a strong focus on driving organic growth, integrating acquisitions and evaluating acquisition opportunities. The business areas are constantly sharing ideas and practices amongst themselves as they source from a broad group of international suppliers and sell to a diverse base of international customers.

Position Title

Senior Internal Auditor

Department/Business Unit

Internal Audit and Risk

Reports To

Internal Audit Director, BNA

Date Updated

January 2025

Role Responsibility & Objectives

Position Summary:

The Senior Auditor is primarily based in St Louis MO and will be directly responsible for coordinating the day to day execution of audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting. Responsibilities involve leading or conducting projects that are consistent with the function’s methodology and protocols; providing advisory services to management; properly scoping and assessing risks for each project; and providing training and coaching to the global audit team as part of continuous improvement. The Senior Auditor upholds all organizational and professional ethical standards. Works independently under general supervision with latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Detailed Accountabilities /Objectives

Core Functions:

• Leads audit procedures including conducting interviews, reviewing documents, preparing working papers, and composing audit reports.
• Leads audit fieldwork, including identifying and defining issues, developing testing criteria, reviewing and analysing evidence, and documenting processes and procedures.
• Interfaces directly with local management by leading opening and closing meetings for projects.
• Monitors and reports audit activity status to Project Manager in line with project scheduling.
• Communicates the results of audit and advisory projects via written reports and oral presentations to the Project Manager and local management.
• Develops and maintains productive stakeholder, team, and management relationships through individual contact and group meetings.
• Assists Audit Managers and Directors with identifying and evaluating the organization’s risk areas and provides key input to the development of the audit work programs.
• Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with co-workers.
• Provides, or assists in providing, training, coaching and guidance to global team members.

Skills/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics (or similar discipline) required
• CPA / CA, CIA, CISA, or international equivalent (or in process of completion) advantageous
• Three or more years of full-time experience in auditing, accounting, business analysis, or program evaluation, including supervisory or project management experience. Internal Audit strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of and skills in applying internal auditing standards, accounting principles and practices, management policies, and preferred business practices.

Must also have the following demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to apply a business focused approach to the Internal Audit function.
• Skills in leading audits and directing teamwork in line with deadlines.
• Skill in planning and project management and maintaining composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Considerable skill in using Microsoft Office products (i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, Word). Use of HighBond advantageous.
• Considerable skill in effective verbal and written communications, including active listening skills and written presentations.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, stakeholders, and external contacts to work effectively in a professional team environment.
• Proven track record of team leadership, and development of sustainable relationships.
• Ability to work in an ever-growing global environment with domestic and international travel requirements (30-40%). Majority domestic travel in US, but includes travel to Mexico and Canada, with one trip per year to Europe / South America.
• Additional language skills advantageous (Spanish or Portuguese preferred).