Head of Internal Audit

Chirk, Wales, United Kingdom

7/13/2024

Job title

Head of Internal Audit

Contract type

Full-time

About Us

We are the global leader in the production and distribution of wood products used in everything from furniture and flooring to timber-framed houses, building facades and construction. In doing so, we help to build a better world.

Kronospan is focused on achieving operational excellence with relentless attention to safety and sustainability.

We now have a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and committed:

Head of Internal Audit

Main duties and responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Internal Audit Team
• Communicate the audit plan, progress and key findings to the senior management team
• Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with the audit plan and on time
• Assign team members to specific audits based on their skills and experience
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential areas of risk within the organization
• Advise management on risk mitigation strategies and improvements to internal controls
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration between the internal audit team and the business being audited
• Perform Financial Due Diligence projects for Kronospan’s M&A activities
• Improve business processes and ensure compliance with Kronospan Policies
  
  

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or
  
  

professional certifications (ACCA / CIA / CISA / CIMA)

• Experience in auditing, risk management, or related fields
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Highly resilient and willing to travel >75%
  
  

What we offer

As a highly successful global industrial organisation with strong growth plans, career development opportunities are excellent, and a move to a broader role will not be an obstacle to the right candidate.

We are committed to rewarding achievement with an attractive performance-based salary package.

The role provides the ideal opportunity for a career with a very successful business that achieves outstanding results.

For further info, please contact HR@Kronospan.co.uk