Internal Auditor - #2087516

Our large, complex business services client is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to support a review of controls, operational processes, and governance across a complex, high-volume transactional environment.

Location: London (Hybrid - approx. 2-3 days per week in office)
Contract Length: Initial 3 months

This is a hands-on contract role suited to a commercially minded internal audit professional who can work autonomously, identify risks quickly, and engage confidently with senior stakeholders across the business. The organisation operates across multiple recruitment brands with significant contractor payroll, invoicing, and back-office operations.

The business is looking for someone sharp, pragmatic, and self-managing - not overly process-heavy or dependent on direction.

Key Responsibilities
* Conduct internal audits across operational and financial control environments
* Review and assess existing controls, processes, and governance frameworks
* Identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies, and operational risks within a high-volume recruitment environment
* Perform risk-based reviews across payroll, invoicing, contractor processes, reconciliations, and transactional workflows
* Investigate anomalies and produce clear findings with practical recommendations
* Map and document processes, highlighting opportunities for standardisation and improvement
* Work closely with finance and operational leadership to strengthen the overall control environment
* Support audit readiness and improve process transparency across multiple business units
* Liaise with offshore/shared service teams where required

Candidate Profile
* Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) essential
* Strong internal audit and controls background within a commercial business
* Previous experience within recruitment, staffing, professional services, or another high-volume transactional environment highly desirable
* Able to operate independently with minimal supervision
* Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach to risk and controls
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Experience reviewing operational processes rather than purely financial audit work
* Confident working in fast-paced, changing environments
* Big 4 / Top 10 advisory or PE-backed business exposure beneficial

Why apply with us?
* Hybrid working model with London office presence required approximately half the week
* Initial 3-month engagement with potential for extension
* Competitive day rate available depending on experience

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, commercially driven organisation during a period of transformation and process enhancement.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like further information, please reach out to Cerys Smith.

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