_{08th September, 2026}

Internal Auditor
Location: Durham
Sector: Central Services
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Company Car or Car Allowance

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Internal Auditor to join the Finance function of an established construction and civil engineering contractor based in Durham.

This is a key position within the Finance Department, providing independent assurance across the business and supporting the effectiveness of financial governance, risk management and internal controls.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering risk-based audits, identifying potential areas of risk and control weaknesses, and providing practical recommendations to improve processes, strengthen governance and support compliance across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the Group's risk register, ensuring it is regularly reviewed and maintained.
• Develop and deliver a risk-based internal audit programme covering all areas of the business.
• Plan, scope and complete internal audits in line with the agreed annual audit plan.
• Review the effectiveness of financial, taxation, operational and compliance controls.
• Assess the adequacy of existing risk management processes and governance arrangements.
• Identify weaknesses in controls, inefficiencies within processes and areas of potential business risk.
• Produce clear and concise audit reports, providing practical recommendations for improvement.
• Present audit findings to senior management and monitor agreed actions through to completion.
• Follow up on previous audit recommendations to ensure agreed actions have been effectively implemented.
• Support the ongoing development and maintenance of the Group's internal control framework.
• Review compliance with company policies, delegated authorities and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Assist with investigations into suspected fraud, financial irregularities or breaches of internal controls when required.
• Work collaboratively with finance and operational teams to improve processes and implement best practice.
• Support the external audit process by coordinating and providing relevant internal audit findings where appropriate.
• Contribute to wider continuous improvement initiatives and promote a strong culture of governance and risk awareness.
• Keep up to date with emerging risks, industry developments and legislative changes that could affect the business.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIA qualified.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management or financial controls.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and risk-based audit methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and investigative skills.
• Ability to review complex business processes and identify practical opportunities for improvement.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Confidence to influence and constructively challenge colleagues and senior stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple audits and priorities simultaneously.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure or property services.
• Understanding of financial controls within project-based environments.
• Experience auditing both operational and financial processes.
• Familiarity with ISO standards, governance frameworks or enterprise risk management.
• Experience using data analytics or audit software.

Personal Attributes We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly professional, independent and able to demonstrate sound judgement.
• Passionate about strengthening controls, reducing risk and improving operational performance.
• Adaptable and comfortable working across a wide range of business functions.
• Naturally curious and inquisitive, with a strong desire to understand how processes work.
• Objective and independent in their approach.
• Commercially aware with strong business understanding.

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