Internal Audit Manager (Finance)

%3Cdiv%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EJob Title%5C:%3C/strong%3E Internal Audit %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3EManager%3C/span%3E (Finance)%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ELocation%5C:%3C/strong%3E Preston or Frimley - Hybrid working with flexibility - There will be a requirement to travel to different sites%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ESalary%5C: %3C/strong%3ECirca £64,500 dependent on skills %26amp; experience%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWho we are%5C:%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EJoin BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EFrom the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ERole description%5C:%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EThis role involves %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Eleading%3C/span%3E and delivering internal audits across both financial and non-financial areas of the business, focusing on identifying risks, assessing %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Econtrols%3C/span%3E and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. It requires reviewing business processes, %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Eanalysing%3C/span%3E information to identify weaknesses, and making recommendations to improve performance, reduce risk and strengthen governance. You will work closely with stakeholders and senior %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Eleadership%3C/span%3E, producing audit reports, presenting findings and ensuring agreed actions are implemented effectively, while also helping to improve the overall Internal Audit function.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ECore duties%5C:%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3ELead%3C/span%3E and support the planning and delivery of a portfolio of %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Ecomplex%3C/span%3E, risk-based audit assignments, ensuring delivery against the agreed targets and milestones of the annual audit plan%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAssess the design and effectiveness of %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Econtrols%3C/span%3E to minimise risk, strengthen business performance, uphold ethical standards, and protect the organisation’s reputation%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EGather and %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Eanalyse%3C/span%3E information from multiple sources to identify %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Econtrol%3C/span%3E weaknesses and develop value-adding recommendations%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPresent clear, well-structured audit findings and recommendations in professional reports, addressing issues identified through audit fieldwork%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWork closely with business stakeholders to agree responses to recommendations, review evidence of implementation, and provide %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Echallenge%3C/span%3E where necessary to ensure effective closure%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EProduce comprehensive audit reports to professional standards, suitable for presentation to Business %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3ELeadership%3C/span%3E and the Executive Committee%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EContribute to the continuous improvement of Internal Audit processes, tools, and ways of working%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EThis role will deliver audits across both financial and non-financial areas - focusing on material %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Econtrols%3C/span%3E, operational risks and compliance areas%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EEssential skills%5C:%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EProfessional finance qualification (ACA, or ACCA, or equivalent) with audit experience, either internal or external%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3EProven%3C/span%3E %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Etrack record%3C/span%3E in delivering high-quality audits that add value, including %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Emanaging%3C/span%3E audits and assessing %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Ecomplex%3C/span%3E systems, processes, and risks%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EExcellent %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Eanalytical%3C/span%3E and data skills, with the ability to review, interpret, and draw conclusions from %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Ecomplex%3C/span%3E information%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAbility to produce concise, professional reports that clearly communicate findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#6F6F6F;font-family%5C:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size%5C:10.0pt;%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight%5C:normal;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-bidi-font-size%5C:12.0pt;mso-bidi-theme-font%5C:minor-bidi;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EThe Audit Team%5C:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#6F6F6F;font-family%5C:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size%5C:10.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-bidi-font-size%5C:12.0pt;mso-bidi-theme-font%5C:minor-bidi;%22%3EThis role is part of the Global Internal Audit team based at Head Office, which comprises around 40 professionals, including the Group Audit Director, Head of Audit, Senior Audit Managers, Audit Managers, and Audit Associates, with colleagues located in the UK, US, Saudi Arabia, and Australia. You will engage with senior stakeholders across the organisation while working on a diverse portfolio of audit assignments. We offer a flexible, hybrid working environment, with some UK and international travel, giving you the opportunity to gain a broad perspective across the entire BAE Systems enterprise%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWhy BAE Systems?%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EHere you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Econfidence%3C/span%3E and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Estrong%3C/span%3E sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EA place where everyone can thrive%5C:%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EWe’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EPlease be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Econtrol%3C/span%3E restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Ethe roles%3C/span%3E you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Eapplicants%3C/span%3E %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Emust%3C/span%3E as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Eapplicants%3C/span%3E %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Emust%3C/span%3E typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Ethe role%3C/span%3E, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EClosing Date%5C:%3C/strong%3E 23rd November 2026%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for %3Cspan class=%22rec-format%22%3Ethe role%3C/span%3E. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E#LI-NW1%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E#LI-Hybrid%3C/p%3E%3C/div%3E